Book Reviews of Caramelo

I hate the label "coming of age" book, because it seems there are so many of them. This book takes a long time to relate all of the back-story and history of various characters, but in the end wraps it all up neatly and tidily. It is about a young girl, Lalita, who is unsure of her place in Mexican society and within her own family and how she comes to accept and embrace her heritage. This is a very well written book and I'm surprised that it hasn't gotten more attention. It is lengthy, but worth the read!

Fantastic read! Helped me to better understand the struggles of immigrant families, especially children trapped between two cultures, specifically the US and Mexico. Made me hungry for really good Mexican food! Looking forward to reading more by Ms. Cisneros.