Caramelo is a vibrant and riotous cultural fiesta that follows three generations of a Mexican-American family through the dramas, both large and small, of everyday life. This sweeping family saga overflows with music, food, truths, lies, and fantasy as it honors the universality of the immigrant experience. As the narrator, Celaya, explains, “Life was cruel. And hilarious all at once.” In this very funny and affecting novel, Celaya learns to celebrate and appreciate the family who aggravates her but ultimately saves her.
Saratoga Reads programming in 2007 culminated with a visit to Saratoga by author Sandra Cisneros. Cisneros gave bi-lingual readings, question-and-answer sessions and book signings at Skidmore College’s Bernard Theater and at Lake Avenue School on May 5.
Author Sandra Cisneros signs books for young readers. Photo by Emma Dodge Hanson.
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Sandra Cisneros discusses her work. Photo by Emma Dodge Hanson.
