Dominicana

Have you ever felt trapped by circumstance, dreaming of a different life? Imagine being just fifteen, moving to a new country for a marriage you didn't want, all for the promise of helping your family. This is the story of starting over when the odds are stacked against you. You'll discover how one young woman navigates the harsh realities of 1960s New York City, finding unexpected pockets of joy, friendship, and love. Follow Ana Cancion's journey as she confronts an impossible choice between her duty to her family and her own desires for freedom, forcing you to question what you would do in her place.

Angie Cruz is an acclaimed, award-winning author and the founder of the literary journal Asterix, whose work powerfully illuminates the Dominican American experience for a global audience. Growing up as a first-generation immigrant in New York City's Washington Heights, she draws from her community's vibrant stories and her own family's history to craft deeply personal and universally resonant narratives. Her writing gives voice to the hopes, struggles, and resilience of women navigating new worlds, directly inspiring the powerful story found in Dominicana.