RGG: Brief, but intense story. A personal representation of the history of the Disappeared in Argentina. Some of the plot line might be a bit implausible, and the ending is a bit too tidy. But a good read. Reading Interest: 13-YA

This book told the story of two young people during the violent era of the 1970s in Argentina. The story is told in chapters alternating between the perspectives of Eduardo and Silvia. Eduardo is kidnapped from his home by the military, and suffers unspeakable torture while imprisoned. When Eduardo disappears, Silvia will stop at nothing to find her brother, even if it means putting herself in danger. Silvia begins dating Norberto, the son of the evil General Lopez, in an effort to win her brother's release. Unbenownst to Silvia, her parents have their own plans to free Eduardo. Read The Disappeared to find out what happens when their plans collide and puts their whole family in danger. ( )