Reviews

Recipient of a coveted Kirkus Star, which marks books of exceptional merit

"Neel presents a collection of interlinked creative nonfiction stories drawn from her lived experiences among Mayan women. The tales introduce readers to six different women whose lives were shaped by spirituality and resilience. Each endured profound loss… yet they overcame hardship by connecting with each other, both as women and as mothers. The collection, written in both English and Spanish, emphasizes inclusivity and cultural context… Neel also renders spiritual elements with a matter-of-fact tone that borders on magical realism."

"A reflective, spiritually attuned portrait that effectively blends memoir and cultural observation."

-Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"Nancee Neel's ability to tell a story is as good as these stories themselves are, and they are remarkable. Her experiences with profound aspects of Mayan culture, both physical and metaphysical, have been a blessing for her, and by sharing them with us they become a blessing for us as well. Thank you, Nancee, for a rich adventure."

Deborah Chandler

Author — Learning to Weave, Traditional Weavers of Guatemala