First published 2009
Nineteen-year-old Nayeli watches The Magnificent Seven and hatches a plan: she'll journey to the US, recruit seven men, and bring them back to her Mexican village to protect it from bandidos. With her hometown drained of men who've gone north for work, Nayeli sets out on a quixotic adventure, finding camaraderie, self-discovery, and unexpected love along the way. Brimming with unforgettable characters and the lush beauty of Mexico, this charming story celebrates the power of community and the courage to chase your dreams.
Genres: fiction, literary-fiction, adventure, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Mexico, United States
343 pages · Hardcover · Little, Brown and Company