The Awards
El General: In the Shadow of Giants
Winner – 2025 International Impact Book Award
Biographic Historical Fiction | Recognized for Contribution to Mexican-American Narrative Heritage
El General: In the Shadow of Giants is the acclaimed opening volume of the La Patria Es Primero anthology—a sweeping, character-driven narrative that reclaims buried truths from 19th-century Mexican history. Through the lens of Ignacio Mejía and the de Ybarrondo lineage, the novel confronts empire, exile, and identity with cinematic intensity and scholarly depth.
In 2025, El General received the International Impact Book Award for Biographic Historical Fiction, honoring its contribution to Mexican-American narrative heritage. The award recognizes works that amplify underrepresented histories with exceptional storytelling, research, and emotional resonance.
With richly drawn characters and a commitment to historical integrity, this novel bridges personal and national memory—making it essential reading for lovers of historical fiction and those seeking to understand Mexico’s legacy through the lives of its unsung leaders.
