Legend of the Lost Ass
by Karen Winters Schwartz
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Pub Date Jul 25 2020 | Archive Date May 25 2023
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Description
I think we should take it through Guatemala.
A random text from a stranger inspires agoraphobic Colin to leave New York. His first stop is Brownsville, Texas, where he meets the sender, half-Mayan Luci Bolon, her ancient but feisty great-uncle Ernesto, and Miss Mango, a bright-orange Kubota tractor. Ernesto’s dream is that Miss Mango be driven to Belize and given to the family he left behind nearly seventy years ago. Colin agrees to join Luci on the long journey through Central America.
In 1949, seventeen-year-old Belizean Ernesto falls painfully in love with Michaela, an American redhead nearly twice his age. Their brief but intense affair changes everything Ernesto has ever known. When she leaves, Ernesto is devastated. Determined to find her, he “borrows” a donkey from his uncle and starts off for Texas. He meets a flamboyant fellow traveler, and the three of them—two young men and the donkey they name Bee—make their way to America.
The past and present unfold through two journeys that traverse beautiful landscapes. Painful histories are soothed by new friendships and payments of old debts.
Advance Praise
"""It was like a beautiful piece of poetry. So descriptive the land and the act of washing Miss Mango..."" — Rosier Reads and Wine
“The author beautifully portrays that the best way to deal with challenges is to confront them, and our experiences in life are in the journey and the people we meet, not the destination.” — Rajiv’s Reviews
""A hauntingly beautiful story that not only makes you feel as if you visited beautiful landscapes, experienced new cultures and met unforgettable characters, but also reminds you that sometimes it is the unanswered prayer, the trip you never meant to take, or the gift you never knew you needed that completes the circle that brings you home. It is an unforgettable journey and a perfect read for these times.""— Rebecca Cox
“The descriptions of the landscape, sights, sounds and smells made me want to trek across Central America. The country felt vibrant and bursting with life, even if that life came with a bite…” — Booky Charm
“With wonderfully expressive, descriptive prose this story is infused with the love of unexpected friendships and the discovery of ones self.” — David L Morgan Reviews
""At the heart of the story is a bright orange tractor named Miss Mango. She is symbolic of so many things, depending on which character you ask. But for me, she represents the essence of life. Descriptive, almost poetic narration breathes life into the story and makes for a lush reading experience."" — N. N. Night's Book Heaven
""Legend of the Lost Ass is a wickedly charming on-the-road adventure story with converging past and present plot lines and a host of beguiling characters. This is, truly, a gem of a book.""— Claire Matturro author of The Smuggler's Daughter
""This is a thoughtful story of what may happen when you go adventuring: the aftermath, the way it changes you, what it does to family, how you relate to the friends you make along the way."" - Judi Moore Reviews
""Love, lust, friendship, family, fear, regret, determination, this book has it all."" — Issababy Creates
""A fantastic story of friendship, family, and forgiveness. I’d highly recommend you read this!"" — Jackie's Book Review
“…an intriguing and memorable story. The author discusses the importance of second chances, forgiveness, the importance of family, friends, love and honesty. I would recommend this witty and thought-provoking novel to other readers.”— Linda’s Book Obsession
""What a lovely, unexpected book!""— Melanie's Reviews"
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9781948051545 |
| PRICE | $9.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 284 |
