A Second Chance on Earth is a poignant novel in verse that follows sixteen-year-old Marcos to Cartagena, Colombia, as he seeks to understand his late father’s past. Through the lens of Gabriel García Márquez’s classic literature and a new friendship with a local taxi driver, Marcos explores themes of forgiveness and cultural identity. It is a vivid, sensory-rich journey perfect for students exploring grief and the complexities of family history.