Description: Vivid cameos, pungent slices of street life, and cutting insights into the barrio and the underbelly of Los Angeles's Eastside are just a few of the treasures in this remarkable collection: tender stories ringing with a truth fresh enough to challenge the imagination and satisfy the soul.
Brief description:
Luis J. Rodriguez is the author of several critically acclaimed books, including Always Running, The Republic of East L.A., and Hearts and Hands, as well as poetry and books for children. He lives with his family in California.
Review Quotes:
"a flashy take on the vital Spanglish-Speaking culture of East Los Angeles." - Body & Soul
"Rodriguez is skillful at rendering the aura of East L.A." - Kirkus Reviews