A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!

Doesn’t shy away from the hard truths of Sotomayor’s childhood … and

discusses real-world issues like racism, privilege, and affirmative action.

-The Washington Post

Discover the inspiring life of Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina
and third woman appointed to the United States Supreme Court, in this
middle-grade adaptation of her bestselling adult memoir, My Beloved
World.

Includes an 8-page photo insert and a brief history of the Supreme
Court

Sonia Sotomayor was just a girl when she dared to dream big. Her dream? To
become a lawyer and a judge even though she’d never met one of either and
none lived in her neighborhood.

Sonia did not let the hardships of her background-which included growing up
in the rough housing projects of New York City’s South Bronx, dealing with
juvenile diabetes, coping with parents who argued and fought personal demons,
and worrying about money-stand in her way. Always, she believed in herself.
Her determination, along with guidance from generous mentors and the
unwavering love of her extended Puerto Rican family, propelled her ever
forward.

Eventually, all of Sonia’s hard work led to her appointment as an Associate
Justice of the United States Supreme Court in 2009, a role that she has held
ever since.

Learn about Justice Sotomayor’s rise and her amazing work, as well as about
the Supreme Court, in this fascinating memoir that shows that no matter the
obstacles, dreams can come true.

A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2018!

People-I add children-who live in difficult circumstances need to know
that happy endings are possible. -Justice Sonia Sotomayor, on why she writes
books (ABC News)