Benigna's Orchard

This is a story of the inhabitants of a colonial Mexican village built on silver from now-defunct mines. It still holds its founding families close while making a place for a colorful assortment of expats. A naïve young couple tries to buy an orchard; an evil old woman tries to cheat them. Cross cultural romances succeed and fail. Adultery reaps its just rewards. Narcos play unexpected roles. With humor and sensitivity, the author continues the story of San José Xoloitzcuintle begun in...
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This is a story of the inhabitants of a colonial Mexican village built on silver from now-defunct mines. It still holds its founding families close while making a place for a colorful assortment of expats. A naïve young couple tries to buy an orchard; an evil old woman tries to cheat them. Cross cultural romances succeed and fail. Adultery reaps its just rewards. Narcos play unexpected roles. With humor and sensitivity, the author continues the story of San José Xoloitzcuintle begun in her book, An Embarrassment of Riches, with new characters and old, and a story not unrelated to the real events of her life in Mexico.