Las Hechizadas
Las Hechizadas by Anne Garcia, published by Synchronicity Publishing in November 2013, is a captivating narrative that explores the intertwining of family heritage and magical realism. This edition, comprising 342 pages, presents a story centered on Juan Romero’s journey to visit his Abuela in Aguas Puras, where he discovers the valley’s magical healing powers. As he reconnects with his family’s past, he becomes embroiled in a conflict against a multinational mining company that threatens the existence of the “Las Hechizadas,” or healing women, and their traditional way of life.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences as the narrative unfolds over two decades, culminating in the journey of Juan’s sister, Silvia, who travels from the U.S. to uncover her family’s secrets. The novel delves into themes of heritage, healing, and the balance of life, reflecting Garcia’s own experiences in South America. Through the lens of fiction, the book highlights the resilience of the women in Aguas Puras and their connection to the land, offering insights into the cultural and spiritual significance of their practices.
Official synopsis Publisher
When Juan Romero decides to visit his Abuela in Aguas Puras he doesn’t realize the magical healing powers that exist in the high mountain valley. His journey to reconnect with his family’s past transforms his life and the lives of generations to follow. He becomes involved in a battle to save the valley from a multinational mining company and the struggle threatens to destroy “Las Hechizadas,” or healing women, and their way of life. Twenty years later his sister, Silvia, makes her way from the U.S. to again discover the secrets of her family’s past, but in contrast to her brother what she learns finally sets the universe straight and the women of the valley are once again in balance. Anne Garcia weaves her own experiences of living in South America into this magical novel that connects us all to the extraordinary women of the valley of Aguas Puras.
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