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challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book includes dark themes. Check all content warnings.
What if the pain and suffering of your people never went away? What if it were inherited like other priceless heirlooms? What if it waited until you were most vulnerable, lonely, and sad to manifest itself? Except it came to you as La Llorona and whispered in your ear?
Alejandra finds out that some curses are real and supernatural enough to need the help of not just any doctor or therapist, but requires the help of a curandera, a healer that uses traditional Latin American, non-Western medicine.
Simultaneous to Alejandra's story we learn of the strength of her Mexican ancestors: how they battled the conquistadors, fought for their own independence, and how the legend of La Llorona was born of a woman's desperation and deep love for her children.
Will Alejandra be strong enough to stop the curse, save her children from future torment, and end La Llorona? There's only one way to find out!
Content warning: self harm, suicidal ideation, abortion, spousal abuse
What if the pain and suffering of your people never went away? What if it were inherited like other priceless heirlooms? What if it waited until you were most vulnerable, lonely, and sad to manifest itself? Except it came to you as La Llorona and whispered in your ear?
Alejandra finds out that some curses are real and supernatural enough to need the help of not just any doctor or therapist, but requires the help of a curandera, a healer that uses traditional Latin American, non-Western medicine.
Simultaneous to Alejandra's story we learn of the strength of her Mexican ancestors: how they battled the conquistadors, fought for their own independence, and how the legend of La Llorona was born of a woman's desperation and deep love for her children.
Will Alejandra be strong enough to stop the curse, save her children from future torment, and end La Llorona? There's only one way to find out!
Content warning: self harm, suicidal ideation, abortion, spousal abuse
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Toxic relationship, Self harm, Violence, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Gore, Colonisation, Abortion, Misogyny, Injury/Injury detail, Grief, and Child death
Minor: Pedophilia
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