" I feel pretty conflicted about this novel. On the one hand, I am drawn to its proud retelling of history and beautiful religious imagery. On the other hand, I had a lot of trouble with the rape scenes, since they were not intended to be read as rape...there was just a lot of the main character being raped then falling for the man who raped her! She seemed so much stronger than that! But I definitely see this book as important book for those who've grown up with the malinche story, and really all of us who've grown up with stories demonizing women. The books ultimate message is one of love, healing, and growth. "
— Erica, 1/21/2014