Rosa Santos is cursed by the sea—at least, that’s what they say. Dating her is bad news, especially if you're a boy with a boat. But Rosa feels more caught than cursed. Caught between cultures and choices. Between her abuela, a beloved healer and pillar of their community, and her mother, an artist who crashes in and out of her life like a hurricane. Between Port Coral, the quirky South Florida town they call home, and Cuba, the island her abuela refuses to talk about. As her college decision looms, Rosa collides—literally—with Alex Aquino, the mysterious boy with tattoos of the ocean whose family owns the marina. With her heart, her family, and her future on the line, can Rosa break a curse and find her place beyond the horizon?
Topics Family life. Cuban Americans. Blessing and cursing. Magic. Love. Ocean. Florida. Small towns.
Lexile HL660L
Trim Size 6 x 8 1/2
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2019-05-13
JLG Release Date Jul 2019
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
PG High Plus (Grades 9 & Up)
PG High Plus
PG High Plus (Grades 9 & Up)
For Grades 9 & Up
This collection features young adult fiction titles selected for a more content-conscious reading experience. Selections emphasize relatable characters and emotional connection, whether in contemporary and romance stories or more speculative settings. While many titles lean gentler or more comfort-forward, others engage with more serious themes, offering range without unexpected content.