Mexican Magic

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “It’s Lovecraft meets the Brontës in Latin America, and after a slow-burn start Mexican Gothic gets seriously weird.”—The Guardian ONE OF TIME’S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIME WINNER OF THE LOCUS AWARD NOMINATED FOR THE BRAM...

Sofía tiene tres amores: su gata Holly, los libros y El café de Alejandría. Sofía trabaja allí como camarera y es feliz. Sofía no tiene parejay tampoco la busca, aunque desearía encontrar la magia. Sofía experimenta un chispazo cuando él cruza por primera vez la puerta. Él aparece por casualidad guiado por el aroma de las partículas de café... ...o tal vez por el destino. Él se llama Héctor y está a punto de descubrir dónde reside la magia.

Santa Muerte (Holy Death or Saint Death) is considered to be the female personification of death. This powerful and mysterious folk saint provides blessings including safe passage to the afterlife. Hailed as a potent and powerful protector, she is also the patron saint of those who live on the fringes of society as well as those who face violence and death. Santa Muerte is a complete ritual guide to working with this famous - and infamous! - Mexican folk saint. It takes us beyond the sensational headlines to reveal the truth about why Santa Muerte is so beloved by so many.

Discover all the different practices and beliefs of brujeria that make it so popular. Brujeria has been a worldwide phenomenon that has managed to change over the years. Mexican culture has always been greatly influenced by Latin American culture and traditions. It forms an integral part of what we know as Latin America. Brujeria's origins and its long-lasting impact has shaped Mexican society in more ways than one. From being a beacon of hope for women in society to carving out a niche for Latinos, brujeria has always been much more than just witchcraft.

""A charming and delectably sweet debut. Mischief, friendship, and a whole lot of heart—Love Sugar Magic has it all."" —Zoraida Córdova, award-winning author of the Brooklyn Brujas series Leonora Logroño’s family owns the most beloved bakery in Rose Hill, Texas, spending their days...