Esperanza’s Box of Saints A Novel

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From the author of L.A. Weather comes a magical, humorous, and passion-filled odyssey about a beautiful young widow search for her missing child a mission that takes her from a humble Mexican village to the rowdy brothels of Tijuana and a rarely seen side of Los Angeles.Rescued from turmoil by her favorite saint, Esperanza embarks on a journey that tests her faith, teaches her the ways of the world, and transforms her from a fervently religious innocent to an independent, sexual, and passionately devout woman. Esperanza Box of Saints fills our souls with colors and flavors, but more importantly with a sense of genuine, heartfelt candor, born from true faith. With a smile on our face and a pang in our heart, we find renewed hope in Esperanza’s quest. Laura Esquivel, author of Like Water for Chocolate The saints in Mara Amparo Escandn’s novel take us on a journey that explores the nature of sin and absolution, the pain of loss, and the resurrection of desire…an enormously compassionate work about a woman who wrestles with her own faith and emerges victorious. John Sayles ​ A sweet and entertaining novel by an inventive writer. Oscar Hijuelos ​ A highly original, beautifully written, and heartwarming tale. Tony Hillerman

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