How Tia Lola Came to (Visit) Stay

Julia Alvarez beautifully captures cultural traditions and family dynamics. I wonder what inspired her to focus on these aspects so vividly.

The way lighthearted moments balance with meaningful lessons felt very real to me. I’d love to hear if others felt the same about this tone.

The characters grow and adapt throughout the book, which made me think about how families evolve over time. Did anyone else find this theme particularly impactful?