This book exposes in a subtle and delicate way the marks of racism ingrained in our society. Raised under the influence of Catholicism, the central character of the story does not understand why she cannot participate fully in liturgies, like other children her age. Her dream of being one of the angels at church parties is blocked by the school principal. For this zealous guardian of the scriptures, only white children can have this privilege. Like Hans Christian Anderson's ugly duckling, the girl felt lost. This book contributes to the emergence of a new consciousness.