Possibilities of sainthood book

The possibilities of sainthood is a charming and witty book, and her newlyacquired fans will be demanding more. Donna freitas new york, ny, united states donna freitas is an author of fiction, nonfiction, and articles that appear in newspapers, magazines, and on blogs. The possibilities of sainthood will be enjoyed by readers who also liked small town sinners by melissa walker and its all about us by shelley adina. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. The possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.

The possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas the. The possibilities of sainthood chronicles a brief glimpse into antonias life. Donna freitas while petitioning the vatican to make her the first living saint, antonia labella prays to assorted saints for everything from help with preparing the familys fig trees for the winter to getting her. In my neverending quest for good catholic ya, i picked up the possibilities of sainthood, by donna freitas. A rare bloom of a book, a genuflection toward the reality that todays young can still be, more likely than not, good at heart. Sulpicius, martin, and the possibilities of perpetual discourse. The possibilities of sainthood by by donna freitas. Missing multimillions, secretly recorded priests, and possible threats to pope franciss lifenew allegations deepen the. The possibilities of sainthood quotes by donna freitas.

Sainthood definition is the quality or state of being a saint. Aug 05, 2008 but as antonia is going to learn, things get a little complicated when it comes to sainthood and first kisses, and that sometimes, what actually happens can be even better than what you hoped for. Antonia lucia labella has a secret ambition to become a saint, but also a secret desire to catch the eye of a hottie. Click to read more about the possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas. Since i took the initiative to write the letter to the author and share my love of the book, i was the hero of the class. The main themes of this book are setting goals, striving for success, and believing in oneself. This warm, engaging story of a 15yearold catholic girl is expertly narrated by emily bauer. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Along the way, the reader learns of her secret crush on andy rotellini, as well as her confusing friendship with michael.

The possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas is an inspiring book where the protagonist, antonia labella, has two main secrets to be the first living saint and to have her first kiss. Missing multimillions, secretly recorded priests, and possible threats to pope franciss lifenew allegations deepen the catholic churchs. The possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas nook book. The possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas goodreads. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. My popularity didnt last forever and i was ok with. Donna freitas fsg books for young readers farrar, straus and giroux byr antonia lucia labella has two secrets. Michael walker thinks a lot like antonia labella, heroine of the possibilities of sainthood. Fresh and funny, this debut novel introduces a 15yearold catholic schoolgirl who experiences typical adolescent angst but has her own way of dealing with it. Although set in current times, aspects of this book seem at least 30 years gone by, but then again catholic. Donna freitas while regularly petitioning the vatican to make her the first living saint, fifteenyearold antonia labella prays to assorted patron saints for everything from help with preparing the familys fig.

May 08, 2008 listen to possibilities of sainthood audiobook by donna freitas. Listen to possibilities of sainthood audiobook by donna freitas. A rare bloom of a blook, a genuflection toward the reality that todays young can still be, more likely than not, good at heart. Boston university assistant professor donna freitas the possibilities of sainthood is a young adult novel about antonia lucia labella, a 15yearold girl who wants to become the first living. The lexile power v word selector identifies up to 10 challenging words in each book that are important for students to. Born in rhode island, donna now splits her time between new york city and barcelona. The possibilities of sainthood quotes showing 11 of 1 was he going to ask me to go with him. Bernadette and a friends email signature, i must become a saint. The possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas skip to main skip to sidebar. The possibilities of sainthood the possibilities of sainthood audiobook, by donna freitas.

Sep, 2008 i was totally onboard with antonias petition to have a patron saint of figs and fig trees in the possibilities of sainthood. The possibilities of sainthood while never gloomy or dogmatic, is a literary work of mercy. Freitas first novel, the possibilities of sainthood, is a very sweet and innocent look at personal faith and a young girls everyday struggles. Most of us arent actively working on that, but some must be. Well, to antonia, saints are royalty, and she wants her chance at being a princess. The possibilities of sainthood book trailer youtube. The lexile power v word selector identifies up to 10 challenging words in each book that are important for students to know.

Gregory maguire, author of wicked and a lion among men. But as antonia is going to learn, things get a little complicated when it comes to sainthood and first kisses, and that sometimes, what actually happens can be even better than what you hoped for. Oct 06, 2008 boston university assistant professor donna freitas the possibilities of sainthood is a young adult novel about antonia lucia labella, a 15yearold girl who wants to become the first living. The possibilities of sainthood ebook by donna freitas. Read the possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas available from rakuten kobo. Sainthood definition of sainthood by merriamwebster. The twoway the new category recognizes those who sacrifice their lives for others. Freitas has a writing style that invites a reader to step into the story, to become part of it, and really feel the emotions and actions of her characters.

Donna freitas dishes on sex, catholic clergy scandals, and her. Maybe i was getting ahead of myself and he was just making conversation. The possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas librarything. We had read the book as a class and everyone was excited to see what i got. Everyone wanted to share in the excitement in hearing back from the publisher. Listen to possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas at. The possibilities of sainthood donna freitas macmillan. The possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas abebooks. The possibilities of sainthood audiobook listen instantly. With interesting snippits on the causes of various saints, the story moves along with amusing anecdotes from antonia. Read free book excerpt from the possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas, page 1 of 3. The possibilities of sainthood by donna freitas overdrive.