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School Library Journal
Starred Review on July 1, 2017 | Young Adult
Gr 7 Up—Set in an undisclosed time period, this new magical realism story featuring characters of color across the gender and sexuality spectrum draws on Latin American culture and language. Relying on lyrical prose, McLemore weaves an intricate tale of family, love, loss, and flowers. The Nomeolvides women have lived on and tended the enchanted gardens of La Pradera for generations. They are also hiding a dangerous secret: when those in their family fall in love too ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Magazine
Reviewed on September 1, 2018
For generations, the Nomeolvides women have lived on La Pradera, tending the magical gardens while hiding a curse: anyone they love will v...Log In or Sign Up to Read More