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I read this book back when I was a freshman in High School, and really identified with Esperanza Ortega because like her I moved to a different country when I was 12 years old and had to adapt. Love the symbolism on this beautiful and captivating novel, and the fact Ryan uses Spanish proverb makes the reader more aware of the Mexican culture and traditions. The story of Esperanza is a fictionalized version of how the authors abuelita(grandma) came to the United States makes the story more enjoyable. I really enjoy it.