Books like Down to the Bone by Mayra Lazara Dole
When a young Cuban‑American girl in Miami is expelled from her Catholic school for loving another girl, she faces a harsh rejection from her family and the loss of a beloved lover. Stranded in a city that thrives on resilience, she clings to the support of a loyal friend and a faithful puppy. Amid the challenges of a tough new environment, she discovers a new sense of family and the courage to embrace her identity, learning that love can blossom even after heartbreak.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Coming of Age/Young Adult Coming of Age
Authors: Mayra Lazara Dole
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