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by J.C. Cervantes
A young woman learns to embrace all the messy imperfections of life and love with some help from her magical family.
Lilian Estrada seemingly has it all: an ob-gyn star on the rise, a master at balancing work with whirlwind romances and part of a family of fiercely loyal and exceptional women, all bound together by an extraordinary secret. The Estrada women each possess a unique power, and Lily shines with the rare gift to manipulate memories. Yet not even her mystical abilities can shield her from a harrowing event at the hospital, one that sends her powers—and her confidence—spiraling out of control.
Seeking solace, Lily retreats to her family's ancestral home in Mexico, only to find herself face-to-face with a ghost from her past—Sam, the first love she never forgot. Nearly a decade since she last saw him, Sam is hardly the boy she once knew, and as old flames spark to life, Lily must navigate the mysteries of their shared history and the depths of her own heart if she hopes to control her unpredictable magic.
"[A] cozy magical romance...The solid supporting cast of Lily's family provides ballast for a well-balanced tale of magic, perseverance, and rekindled love. Cervantes is sure to win fans with this one." —Publishers Weekly
"Cervantes has crafted a winning tale of a woman who embraces uncertainty and releases control on her road to forgiveness and healing. Readers who enjoy family drama, second-chance romances, and a touch of magic will enjoy this book." —Booklist
"An enchanting if sometimes-frustrating tale." —Kirkus Reviews
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J.C. Cervantes is a New York Times bestselling author of books for children and young adults. Her books have appeared on national lists, including the American Booksellers Association New Voices, Barnes and Noble's Best Young Reader Books, as well as Amazon's Best Books of the Month. She has earned multiple awards and recognitions, most recently the 2021 New Mexico Land of Enchantment Readers' Choice Award.
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