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S'està carregant… Familia: A Novel (2024)de Lauren E. Rico
   Cap No hi ha cap discussió a Converses sobre aquesta obra.  PhyllisReads | Jan 31, 2024 |    ) Hccpsk | Jan 13, 2024 |  ) AndreaHelena | Nov 20, 2023 | Kensington BTC Giveaway ( ) LibStaff2 | Nov 17, 2023 | Gabby DiMarco takes a geneology test for an article at the magazine she works for. She gets startling results, that she has a Sister she did not know about. Isabella Ruiz lost her Sister when she was five years old, taken one night while her father was blackout drunk at a local bar. The two will meet and try to uncover the truth, a truth that can change their lives they forever. Set on the Island of Puerto Rico, a comeplling heart-felt story. With well developed characters, true to life dialog and interesting (often intesnse) plot. Susepnse, mystery, love, family and fate abound in this fascinating emotinal read. I was drawn in from the first page, until the end. Overall I found Familia very enjoyable, emotionally charged. A good read, I highly recommend to all. ( ) SheriAWilkinson | Nov 6, 2023 | Sense ressenyes | afegeix-hi una ressenya
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Against the bold beauty of San Juan, a baffling genealogy test connects two twenty-something women across cultures and class in this emotional yet refreshing story about sisterhood and self-discovery for fans of Nina LaCour, Xochitl Gonzalez, Elizabeth Acevedo, Annette Chavez Macias, and Julia Alvarez. "An irresistible blend of family drama and mystery, ideal for fans of Julia Alvarez and Diane Chamberlain." -Booklist "A masterfully woven tale of mystery, reconciliation, and familial love." -Abby Jimenez, New York Times Bestselling Author "A compulsive story with engaging characters that hooked me from the start. This is a must read!" -Kerry Lonsdale, Wall Street Journal and Washington Post & Bestselling Author A Goodreads Editors' Pick What if your most basic beliefs about your life were suddenly revealed to be a lie? As the fact checker for a popular magazine, Gabby DiMarco believes in absolute, verifiable Truths-until they throw the facts of her own life into question. The genealogy test she took as research for an article has yielded a baffling result: Gabby has a sister-one who's been desperately trying to find her. Except, as Gabby's beloved parents would confirm if they were still alive, that's impossible. Isabella Ruiz can still picture the face of her baby sister, who disappeared from the streets of San Juan twenty-five years ago. Isabella, an artist, has fought hard for the stable home and loving marriage she has today-yet the longing to find Marianna has never left. At last, she's found a match, and Gabby has agreed to come to Puerto Rico. But Gabby, as defensive and cautious as Isabella is impulsive, offers no happy reunion. She insists there's been a mistake. And Isabella realizes that even if this woman is her sister, she may not want to be. With nothing-or perhaps so much-in common, Gabby and Isabella set out to find the truth, though it means risking everything they've known for an uncertain future-and a past that harbors yet more surprises . . . "Lauren Rico's FAMILIA has it all. By page 30, I would have walked on coals to finish reading this story." -Jacquelyn Mitchard, New York Times bestselling author of The Deep End of the Ocean "An absolute delight. I couldn't stop turning the pages." -KJ Dell'Antonia, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Chicken Sisters (A Reese's Book Club Pick) "A moving story about the bonds of sisterhood and unraveling the mysteries of your past. A wonderful debut!" -Annette Chavez Macias, bestselling author of Big Chicas Don't Cry. No s'han trobat descripcions de biblioteca. |
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This is a compelling, un-put-downable novel about two young women who are brought together by a genealogy test – it’s a mystery and an edge-of-your-seat thriller with secrets, twists, and surprises. It easily moves back and forth from the present to the past as the mystery is slowly revealed. Themes of redemption, loyalty, and the bonds of sisterhood, as well as what comprises a family.
Content Warning Don’t let the descriptions of gang violence deter you from reading this. I just skipped over those graphic parts, and even without reading these episodes, it didn’t alter the story’s power.
Author Lauren Rico writes in her note to the reader: “If there’s anything I hope you take away from this book, it’s a reminder to appreciate the culture and history we inherit with our DNA. At the same time, DNA is not what defines family. Family isn’t just bound in blood or cemented by documentation. It doesn’t live within the parameters of some paper “tree” filled with birth and death dates. It’s not about who we share our DNA with so much as who we share our heart with. Throughout Familia there are several minor but important characters who play a part in the ultimate resolution of the book. They’re not related through genetic material or legal decree, yet as I wrote, I always considered them to be a sort of ad hoc family of their own – unified in their singular goal to do the right thing, their refusal to give up in the face of adversity, and their willingness to risk everything.”
What made this a five-star read for me, in addition to the excellent writing, the likeable sisters as well as engaging supporting characters, was the vivid descriptions of Puerto Rico – the varied landscapes (both countryside and gritty inner city), the food, the people, and the culture. (