Gladys A BarrioGladys Barrio was born in Cuba, raised in Puerto Rico, and relocated to Miami, FL., where she presently lives. Gladys was always fascinated by literature, mathematics, and science. She completed a bachelor's in science degree from the University of Perto Rico, followed by a master's program at Ohio State University, and ultimately was awarded a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida. As an adjunct professor, she taught chemistry and Methods of Teaching Science at Florida International University, Miami-Dade College, and the University of Miami. Dr. Barrio has two accomplished daughters and five beautiful grandkids who are the inspiration for many of her stories. She always dreamed of writing the saga of her parents, including her mom's epic during the Spanish Civil War of 1936, followed by the Cuban exile of the 1960s when they had to forsake family and possessions in search of freedom and a better life. Read More Read Less