Tigers, Not Daughters

I think I just read the magical realistic, dark, horrific version of “Little Women”! Yes, there are four sisters. Let’s meet the creepy, obsessed, isolated, unique Torres sisters one by one. But before that, let’s not forget: one of them is already gone! Pure hearted, animal lover, wandering aroun......more

Sometimes, when a story is particularly weighty due to heavy content, it can take a nosedive into an unreadable territory. Even those readers who enjoy a good sad cry can be turned off by a tale that is oppressive and suffocating. However, as was the case with Tigers, Not Daughters, some authors kno......more

This was lightning in a bottle, a gunshot in progress. I loved it with my entire soul. Writing: wrap me in these sentences, I'll sleep in a bed of these words Characters: ★★★★★ The Vibe: ★★★★★ Tigers, Not Daughters hit me from the side with a punch that I wasn't expecting. Magical realism, grief, ghost......more

I both read and listened to this beautiful book, and a big shout out to Libro.fm. for the gifted audio. It’s a fantastic narration. The Torres family is complicated. Growing up in San Antonio, these four sisters lose their mother and resent their emotionless father. They experience tragedy again when......more

Lyrical and magical. A compulsively readable tale of grief, growing up, and moving forward. Samantha Mabry’s stunning storytelling brought the Torres sisters to life on the pages of this book. This is the story of four sisters and how they cope after one of them dies. Jessica is strong, angry, and h......more