A part of the Zavala family reference book series, The Zavala Chronicles: Love, Faith, and Obstinate Grit to Save Herself and Her Family Are the Only Weapons a Mexican Mother Has to Fight Against Criminal Danger, Poverty, Alcoholism, Domestic Violence, and Bigotry is the gripping account of a family on the run from paid killers and their unity, love, and support, despite intense circumstances. Though writing primarily for family and friends, Carlos B. Zavala has crafted a book that is interesting to many readers, including those dealing with authoritarian parents, bullying, and domestic violence. Zavala's incredible story shows that dreams can be realized and offers readers courage and hope.