They find his identification documents and realize that he is from a town close to the home of their father and their Abuelita (grandmother). While swimming in the Rio Grande, the girls find the body of a dead man who had attempted to cross the river. The girls have gone wild, struggling to find happiness in the hot Texas summer after their father has abandoned them and their mother for la sirena, a temptress. 4) Odilia, Juanita, Velia, Delia, & Pita are the five little sisters, cinco hermanitas! The Garza Girls! Together forever! No matter what! (p. And that s exactly what we were doing the morning the body of a dead man drifted into our swimming haven. It was a magical time, full of dreaminess and charm, a time to watch the mariposas emerge out of their cocoons, gather their courage, and take flight while we floated faceup in the water. Young Hoosier Book Award Middle Grade 2014-2015īack to Top Reading Measurement Programs: Spirit of Texas Reading Program High School 2015-2016 School Library Journal Book Review Stars, 2012, NoneĪndre Norton Award, Young Adult Fantasy and Science Fiction, 2012īack to Top State & Provincial Reading List : School Library Journal Best Books, 2012, None Subjects Best Books State and Provincial Reading List Awards, Honors & Prizes Reading Measurement Programs Reviews Publication Details Subjects :Īmelia Bloomer List, 2013, Young Adult Fiction
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