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The stories in this book not only reflect our colorful heritage but also our personalities. The stories are beautifully written just as our abuelitas(grandmothers), mothers and aunts would have told them if they were still around. A true reflection of how history is passed on from generation to generation.

This is a beautiful collection of short stories from some of the most well-known and well-respected Latina writers, writing today, as well as some authors who are just emerging today.
Some of these writers include Julia Alvarez ("Snow"), Sandra Cisneros ("Only Daughter"), and Ana Castillo ("My Mother's Mexico").

This is a wonderful introduction to the jewel trove of talent present in the Latina community exclusively. We hear about universal plights, ups and downs, comedies and tragedies that are truly universal. Also, we hear the stories of the daughters of immigrants to this country, as well the experiences of women whose families have in the United States for many generations (those who were cultivating the earth, ten generations back, before the United States was even the nation that is today). I highly reccomend that you read this collection of stories, for your education, as well as for your awareness. It is inclusive toward all readers. I include myself with this great group of women, being a bicultural person, growing up as an "American," yet feeling a connection to both parts. Beautiful......

For all of you Latinas! Read this book, discover the voice that many of us don't express openly because of the dilemma that comes by living in between two cultures; the one you live in and the one you are born with.

I enjoyed this book, and many of the stories really inspired me.