Maestro !

Synopsis of Maestro !

«Maestro !» is the young-adult novel by Xavier-Laurent Petit, published by L'Ecole des Loisirs in paperback (196 pages, in French).

Saturnino survives on the street since his parents disappeared and earns a living as a shoeshiner while protecting his little sister, Luzia. One day he meets an old man who claims to be an orchestra conductor and who opens his home to street children. Music then becomes a possible escape from fear and loneliness.

Originally published in 2005, it is recommended for ages 12 and up; the cover includes the mention Médium.

For young readers aged 12 and up and for those seeking realistic stories about childhood, poverty, and the power of music.