Review: Ay, que lindo cuentito!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 5, 2014
Unlike the other reviews, I do speak Spanish, and I can say that it definitely adds to GETTING the book. I think understanding Latino culture is also critical to getting this story. I was able to picture it all vividly in my mind. It was a well written account of a life many Americans don't know about. I actually was hesitant to read it as I was raised by two fallen Catholics. So I wasn't sure how I'd feel about it. I found that I wasn't bothered by it. Caridad is questioning things in the church, just like my mom and dad did. It is natural in the adolescent years to start questioning things and forming your own opinions. You no longer are just following your parents' lead. You have the higher cognitive skills to look at situations and go, "Hmmm. I don't know if I agree with that." Tarazona conveyed that feeling perfectly. And I love questioning things!!!