About the author(s)

Gaby Triana is the author of three other novels, The Temptress Four, Cubanita, and Backstage Pass. She lives in Miami, Florida, with her husband and their four children.

Reviews

“Hilarious. [This] will speak to teens everywhere.” - Booklist (starred review)

“Hilarious. As with all good writing, the particulars of the story, the search for roots, and the conflicts in leaving home will speak to teens everywhere—not just those in immigrant families.” - ALA Booklist (starred review)

“Today’s multicultural girls will find its theme relevant.” - KLIATT

“An entertaining read that will be gobbled up by cubanitas and non-cubanitas alike.” - School Library Journal

“Worthwhile, engaging, and highly entertaining no matter which flag you wave, Cubanita is the perfect summer book. Cuban or not, in love or not, [it] makes you feel something and gives you something you can relate to.” - Florida Sun-Sentinel

“Worthwhile, engaging and highly entertaining no matter which flag you wave, Cubanita is the perfect summer book.” - Florida Sun-Sentinel

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