The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina

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"An expertly woven tale of family power, threaded with as much mystery as magic. This book is simply exquisite." -- V.E. Schwab, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue "I fell hard for this book. The dynamic, powerful mixture of secrets, stories, and longing that bind families together is Zoraida Cordova's narrative engine, but her ability to evoke landscape and the numinous make The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina feel like an invitation into an enchanted garden." -- Kelly Link, author of Pulitzer Prize-finalist Get in Trouble "The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina is a stunning homage to the power of ancestors and the legacy they leave behind. A spellbinding tale of magic that is woven across generations, readers will be captivated by the charismatic and unforgettable Montoya family. An enchanting, transporting read!" -- Chanel Cleeton, New York Times bestselling author of The Most Beautiful Girl in Cuba "Spellbinding! What a pleasure getting to know the Montoyas over generations and landscapes-from Ecuador to New York City to the mythical small town of Four Rivers. Zoraida Cordova's undeniable storytelling gift feels propelled by the power of ancestors. These larger-than-life characters embrace like family. An immersive and enchanting treat." -- Kali Fajardo-Anstine, author of National Book Award finalist Sabrina & Corina "A bloody and beautiful inheritance, Cordova's adult debut delves into the dark legacies ancestors leave behind with the living. Intoxicating and unforgettable." -- Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles series "It is a remarkable gift to read the story an author was clearly born to write. Searing, lyrical, melancholy . . . beautiful. The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina captures the very essence of the immigrant story." -- Adriana Herrera, USA Today bestselling author "Cordova weaves a spellbinding tale, both timeless and fresh, that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page. Prepare to fall in love." -- Kim Liggett, New York Times bestselling author of The Grace Year "A commandingly propulsive story with a complex writing style that is best enjoyed slowly makes The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina a challenge, but one well worth the time." * Book Page (starred) * "[A] radiant adult debut . . . The magic is vivid and yet familiar, and adds to the urgency of the plot . . . [An] inspired and entertaining blend of magical realism and fantasy." * Publishers Weekly * "The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina is a magical story with complex characters, masterful plotting, and a sprawling family encompassing a range of Latinx experiences. Readers will be captivated." * Shelf Awareness * "Lyric and wry, The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina is an innovative novel full of richly memorable characters and an enchanted atmosphere. There's a deep comfort to it, a thorough, luminous hope." * Tor.com * "Imagine a mash-up (in the best way) of Mexican Gothic and The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue with a touch of The Immoralists by Chloe Benjamin. Now pick up Zoraida Cordova's very cool story of magic and family secrets." * B&N Reads * "This rich, intergenerational novel steeped in magical realism is my favorite novel thus far from this prolific fantasy author . . . Readers of Isabel Allende will love this breathtakingly beautiful novel." * BuzzFeed Books * "This novel captivatingly explores heritage and ancestry with Cordova's signature immersive storytelling." * Ms. Magazine * "Trust us: You will fall in love with The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina by Zoraida Cordova. This beautiful, magical book tells a story of ancestors and descendants, and the threads that hold them together across time. The story focuses on the Montoyas, a family who is used to not asking questions about their good fortune and mysterious matriarch until Orquidea's death leads to a magical transformation that leaves her descendants with a target on their backs." * POPSUGAR *