De Los Reads: Luis Jaramillo’s ‘The Witches of El Paso’ and other books by Latino authors we’re reading in November
LA TimesAs temperatures begin to drop, we welcome the arrival of the cozy season — a time that ignites a craving for captivating readings. To embrace the inviting atmosphere this month, author and creative writing professor Luis Jaramillo shared with De Los his new book, “The Witches of El Paso,” a captivating coming-of-age novel that takes readers on a back-and-forth journey across time and generations. “Magic, or the idea of it, is a way for the powerless to imagine they can become powerful,” says Marta, one of the book’s main characters, who later encounters the power of “La Vista.” The book’s exploration of mysticism is deeply tied to the cultural history of the El Paso and New Mexico regions. Magic is often portrayed as a force that can improve things, but in the case of “The Witches of El Paso,” it’s a power that brings more difficulties than benefits. De Los Reads November picks: “Daybreak at Chavez Ravine” by Erik Sherman Honoring the life of Fernando Valenzuela, this captivating book chronicles how the young Dodgers pitcher bridged cultural divides and healed old wounds in Los Angeles.
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