The Fresh New Face of Griselda
$76.30
- Hardcover
256 pages
- Release Date
11 November 2019
Summary
Glitter and Grit: Griselda’s Quest for Beauty
Griselda “Geez” Zaragoza cherishes beautiful things, from her vintage teacups to the flower garden she cultivates with her dad. But when his business falters, Griselda’s world crumbles, shaking her confidence and trust in her parents.
Joining her sister Maribel, who sells Alma Cosmetics, Geez hatches a plan to restore her lost life. By selling enough tubes of shimmering Alma lip gloss, she aims to win a cash prize to revive her d…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780316452601 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0316452602 |
| Author: | Jennifer Torres |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown & Company |
| Imprint: | Little, Brown Young Readers |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 256 |
| Release Date: | 11 November 2019 |
| Weight: | 325g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 140mm x 26mm |
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Critics Review
“Fans of Kelly Yang’s Front Desk (2018) will enjoy Geez’ entrepreneurial spirit and appreciate another strong-minded young woman of color seeking ways to relieve her family’s financial burden. An enjoyable story about the ingenuity and bonds that help a family withstand tough times.”–Kirkus Reviews“A warm family story.”–Booklist“An affectionate portrayal of a Latinx family struggling with a life-changing crisis.”–The Bulletin
About The Author
Jennifer Torres
Jennifer Torres is an award-winning writer and the author of The Fresh New Face of Griselda, Flor and Miranda Steal the Show, Stef Soto, Taco Queen, and Finding the Music/En pos de la musica. A former journalist, her work is inspired by her Mexican-American heritage. She lives with her family in Southern California.
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