A Most Memorable Quinceanera. Una Quinceanera Muy Memorable. Contributor(s): Cabello-Argandona, Roberto (Editor), Namazie, Yasmeen (Editor), Concepcion, Leslie (Author) |
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ISBN: 1494253771 ISBN-13: 9781494253776 Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Binding Type: Paperback Published: December 2013 * Out of Print * |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Girls & Women |
Physical Information: 0.31" H x 5.98" W x 9.02" L (0.44 lbs) 130 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: "Saying goodbye to childhood is never easy." The magical day, when a girl can play out her own fairytale fantasy and be a princess for a day, is her Quincea era, and for Mimi that day has finally arrived. But instead of the excitement and jubilation she is expected to feel, all she can summon is uneasy dread and anxiety about what this day means. Her parents have been planning this event her whole life and Mimi is filled with the weight of their expectations, to act like a proper lady and know what to do. She doesn't know what to do and can't comprehend how an archaic ceremony can change the way people see her, and how she could be a woman just because the calendar marks her a day older. Mimi doesn't want people to treat her differently and no amount of rehearsing can mask the insecurities she feels. To make matters worse her cousin, Lala, picks the day of Mimi's Quincea era to reveal she is pregnant, and it's only been a year after her very own Quincea era. Mimi is distraught and believes that is what happens when parents, family, and society, rush a girl into womanhood. This is all the more reason for Mimi not to accept the tradition of publically becoming a woman. This is a coming of age story about two cousins, who are the best of friends. While her cousin, Lala is thrilled to enter womanhood, Mimi is not so enthusiastic and doesn't feel she is ready for all the social responsibilities that come along with being a woman. The girls will learn to stick together and that the bond between family is stronger than any rite of passage. A very elaborate descriptive and story about the conflicts and tribulations in a young girls' life as she enters womanhood. Everyone needs a Tia Emmi in their life. By Judy Paneto-Roman Great book about the the Quincea era culture. As a mom of a soon to be teenager, I will pass down this book to my daughter so that she can learn about the culture and the importance of family. Jessica Cortez A most memorable story I was quickly captivated by this story, as I can certainly relate to all the drama and prepping that goes into planning "Sweet 15" Quincea era it's something we all look forward to when coming of age, Leslie's story is definitely something I would hand my daughter prior to her Quincea era. Veronica Paneto Mimi's character transported me back to a time in my life where I was caught between innocence and the impending "Real" world. Her struggle is personal and heartwarmingly portrayed and I was easily wrapped up in the story. Deborah Rosa, MA A Most Memorable Quincea era, is a wonderfully human and culturally sensitive story about a Latina girl's passage from childhood to womanhood. Mrs. Concepcion captures all the fears and apprehensions of this passage from a young person's point of view and allows her characters to make mistakes and misjudgments along the way. The author's interweaving of the Quincea era ceremony makes for a fascinating exploration of growing up. In the end, the greatest discovery is that no one has to fear the future if there is love and support around you. Gayle S. Hoffman, MSW, ACSW |
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