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Tigers, Not Daughters by Samantha Mabry
4.0

This story follows the Torres sister in the year following their beloved sister Ana's death.
They live with a detached father who doesn't seem to care about his daughters-except for the fact that he hauls them back as they try to run away.

Jessica-perhaps taking it hardest of all- is very self destructive. She has an abusive boyfriend and doesn't seem to ever stand up for herself.

Iridian- is withdrawn. She hides mostly in her room, reading her sister's favorite book and trying to write her own.

Rosa- the sister who tries to keep the faith in her family, attending church alone. She seems quite resourceful for her young age.

The sister all start having ghostly encounters who they believe to be Ana-trying to tell them something. They all react in different ways.

This story is beautifully written and pulls at the heat strings. One of the most beautiful covers too!