The Gifted Gabald Sisters (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780446699211)

In this compelling novel from an award-winning author, four sisters with their own special gifts search for the truth behind a long-buried family secret.

Having lost their mother in early childhood, the Gabald sisters consider Fermina, their elderly Pueblo housekeeper, their surrogate Grandmother. The mysterious Fermina love the girls as if they are her own, and promises to endow each with a "special gift" to be received upon her death.

Mindful of the old woman's mystical ways, the sisters believe Fermina's gifts, bestowed based on their natural talents, magically enhance their lives. The oldest sister, Bette Davis Gabald, always teased for telling tales, believes her gift is the power to persuade anyone, no matter how outlandish her story. Loretta Young, who often prefers pets to people, assumes her gift is the ability to heal animals. Tough-talking tomboy, Rita Hayworth believes her gift is the ability to curse her enemies. And finally, Sophia Loren, the baby of the family, is sure her ability to make people laugh is her legacy.

As the four girls grow into women they discover that Fermina's gifts come with complicated strings, and what once seemed simple can confuse over time. Together they learn the truth about their mysterious caretaker, her legacy, and the family secret that was nearly lost forever in the New Mexican desert.

Author: Lorraine Lez
ISBN-10: 0446699217
ISBN-13: 9780446699211
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 336
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 7.90h x 5.10w x 1.00d

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 07/14/2008 pg. 39
Kirkus Reviews 08/15/2008 pg. 839
Romantic Times 10/01/2008 pg. 60 - Good
Booklist 09/01/2008 pg. 47
Library Journal 09/15/2008 pg. 46
Poder Hispanic 10/01/2008 pg. 56
Multicultural Review 12/01/2008 pg. 56