Shadow of a Bull

Summary

Young Manolo Olivar lives in the shadow of his late father, a legendary Spanish bullfighter, and the people of his town expect him to follow the same path into the ring. Torn between their expectations and his secret fear and his true wish to become a doctor, Manolo must find the courage to choose his own life. Wojciechowska tells a thoughtful story about identity, fear, and the courage it takes to be honest with oneself.