Carlota

A young girl relates her feelings and experiences as a participant in the battle of San Pasqual during the last days of the war between Californians and Americans. Raised to ride and fight like a man, Carlota must find the courage to lead her family when war arrives at their doorstep. Strong Female Protagonist: Taught by her father to ride stallions and wield a lance, Carlota de Zubarán is more at home in the saddle than in the sala.
Coming of Age Story: When tragedy strikes, Carlota must step up to manage her family's vast rancho, facing drought, thieves, and the end of an era. Historical Fiction for Kids: Experience the Battle of San Pasqual through the eyes of a young girl fighting for her home and her family's honor in 1840s California. Father-Daughter Relationship: Join Carlota and her beloved father, Don Saturnino, on secret, dangerous dives to recover sunken treasure from a centuries-old Spanish galleon.