Conquistadora

I am currently reading the novel Conquistadora by Esmeralda Santiago. Beautifully written book that depicts women as a complete force of nature. Her character Ana travels to a new world, engages in lesbian sex, loves two brothers, has influence, and a determination to be free in all that she does. This character is not only intriguing but inspiring. Ana shows me that being a woman has no limits. As you read the story you will dislike some of her decisions but be cheering her on in some of her paths. It's refreshing to read a book where the woman character has a spirit that's accepted. A lot if novels showcase the pain or feeling of being different. This book embraces the differences of women. Check it out.