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35 www.ChristopherSantora.com 35 www.ChristopherSantora.com The Day the Towers Fell My Son Christopher by Maureen Crethan Santora A 9/11 Mother’s Tale of Remembrance Illustrated by Patricia Santora Cardona by Maureen Crethan Santora It will be a day that will never be forgotten... A touching remembrance of 9/11, Illustrated by Megan Elizabeth Santora The Day The Towers Fell is a mother's poignant tribute to her firefighter son who, along with many heroic and brave comrades, died on that fateful day. Close to three thousand innocent people died on September 11, 2001. It Christopher Santora was a dutiful young man, and Maureen Santora's only was a day that shocked the nation and reminded all of us that hatred only son, who joined the New York Fire Academy and became a firefighter in brings devastation to everyone. That same day, author Maureen Crethan January 2001. He would die a hero months later on September 11, 2001. So Santora got the shock of her life when she learned that her son that the world would never forget, Maureen wrote a book - a colorfully Christopher, a fireman, died on the line of duty trying to save lives in New illustrated picture book with artwork by her daughter Patricia - to recall the York City. With the release of her new book My Son Christopher: A 9/11 events of 9/11. First, it describes and shows the everyday scenes before the Mother's Tale of Remembrance, she invites readers on a journey filled with tragedy took place. It was the first day of school, after all, and some people emotions and passion. My Son Christopher is a special tribute that were late for office - which may have helped save their lives. Then there are symbolizes one mother's love and memory of her departed son. Readers the not-so-ordinary scenes during and after the attacks, the planes crashing will meet Christopher, who was born to a joyful couple who loved him into the towers, and the panic and terror that were sown on the city's unconditionally the rest of his life. Through the years, Christopher grew up inhabitants. But it also recounts how regular citizens became heroes in their with the many blessings of life like having lots of friends, playing lots of city's time of need, and highlights how goodness and decency will always be games, learning a lot at school and more. When he becomes an adult, he there to fight evil and hatred. More than just a book, The Day the Towers Fell follows his dream to become a firefighter like his father. In February 2001, is a memorial - to those who died and those who willingly gave up their lives Christopher's dream was fulfilled. Since 9/11, he has long been a part of to save as many as they could. And while they may be no longer with us, history. This book is dedicated to parents who have lost a son or a they are always with us in our hearts - forever remembered. daughter. All of the proceeds of this book will be donated to the Christopher A. Santora Educational Scholarship Fund. www.ChristopherSantora.com www.ChristopherSantora.com