Family Lore

In Elizabeth Acevedo's 'Family Lore', Flor Marte, who possesses the unique ability to foresee the exact day of someone's death, announces she is hosting her own living wake. This revelation sends ripples through her entire family, especially her sisters Matilde, Pastora, and Camila, and cousins Ona and Yadi. As they gather over three days leading up to the celebration, long-held secrets surface, past and present entwine, and the women confront both their individual challenges and their shared history, from Santo Domingo to New York City.Why You Should Read? Explore a rich, multi-generational narrative centered on five distinct and powerful women and their intertwining lives. Experience a captivating blend of family drama, personal secrets, and a touch of magical realism, where inherited gifts shape destiny. Delve into a vibrant exploration of Dominican culture, sisterhood, grief, and the profound ways families celebrate life and confront mortality. Discover Elizabeth Acevedo's acclaimed lyrical voice applied to her adult fiction debut, creating an unforgettable portrait of resilience and love.