Lopez Lomong: We're all destined to use our talent to change people's lives

By Ana Eulate and Nívola Uyá

This is the incredible, inspiring tale of a little boy from the heart of Africa who was able to overcome all of the obstacles in his life and become an Olympic athlete. A story of hope and peace, which shows us how there is always a light that shines to guide us, even in the darkest moments.

Lopepe was born in an African town called Kimotong and grew up helping his family. But one Sunday in summer everything changed when a group of rebel soldiers stormed his town in a great uproar and kidnapped a large group of children, among whom was Lopepe. Guided by three very special friends, he managed to escape and reach a refugee camp that welcomed him. The boy spent the day running to forget his hunger and to keep the memory of his mother alive, But who would have thought that running could also give you wings to fly?

The What Really Matters Series presents real-life stories of people who realized their greatest potential despite challenges presented to them. Endorsed by the main characters, it benefits the What Really Matters Foundation, which promotes universal human values by showcasing extraordinary achievements by inspiring people.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Cuento de Luz
• Release date: Feb 20, 2017
• ISBN: 9788416733163

Ana Eulate

Ana Eulate is the award-winning author of Gaspar y las zapatillas mágicas, Little Cloud Lamb, Life is Beautiful! (Honorable Mention as Best Children's Fiction Picture Book-English at the 2013 International Latino Book Awards) and The Sky of Afghanistan (Gold Medal Winner at the 2012 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards and First Place as Most Inspirational Children's Picture Book at the 2013 International Latino Book Awards).

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[carolee888 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is an amazing story that children and adults need to read. It is a children's book but it is a real story of a boy snatched out of the arms of his mother at a Catholic mass. That ended his childhood. He was locked up in a shack by soldiers. Cold and hungry, three older boys told him that they were ready to escape and if he went with them, he would have to run and run. The four made it to Kenya to a refugee camp. He never saw those boys again but had a new family of eleven boys. He ran eighteen miles around the large camp every day. He was inspired by the 2000 Olympic games that he watched on an old black and white TV set with other boys. He decided what what he wanted to do.That was the beginning of his next journey that would eventually lead him to be a champion runner at many Olympics and form friendships and be family to others. The vivid colors in the illustrations stand out and the story is very inspiring for children as well as adults.I received this finished copy by making a selection from Amazon Vine books but that in no way influenced my thoughts or feelings in this review. I also posted this review only on sites meant for reading not for selling.