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A review by heydebigale
Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Cañas
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was fantastic! Gorgeous prose & a perfect blend of historical romance & paranormal/gothic fiction.
The romance is between Nena--the daughter of a landlord--and and Nestor who is a ranch-worker. I really appreciated the discussion of class & labor & property in this book.
The book is set in 19th century northern Mexico (this specific location is now Southern Texas) in 1846 when the Yankees/US invade Mexico.
I really appreciated the unique spin of the Vampires in this book. It was so beautifully executed.
Highly highly recommend!
Notes: Set in 1846 northern Mexico (present day Laredo, TX). Nena is a wealthy Mexican (possibly Spanish descent?) and Nestor is a lower-class worker.
The romance is between Nena--the daughter of a landlord--and and Nestor who is a ranch-worker. I really appreciated the discussion of class & labor & property in this book.
The book is set in 19th century northern Mexico (this specific location is now Southern Texas) in 1846 when the Yankees/US invade Mexico.
I really appreciated the unique spin of the Vampires in this book. It was so beautifully executed.
Highly highly recommend!
Notes: Set in 1846 northern Mexico (present day Laredo, TX). Nena is a wealthy Mexican (possibly Spanish descent?) and Nestor is a lower-class worker.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Gore, Violence, and Blood