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This short but spooky collection of stories from the Rio Grande Valley is a great addition for any lover of history, culture, and that which lurks in the dark.

THE CALAVERA opens this collection with a story that will bring the Day of the Dead to life. New love in college meets the past with this tale of a girl, a boy, and a skull. Much more than a typical ghost story, I was chilled through after reading the last few pages.

DON'T CRY shares the legend of La Llorena, the Wailing Woman. Though legends are told from generation to generation, we find that sometimes the whispers in the night foretell a different ending than what might be expected. Or perhaps the lack of belief forms a loophole itself? Though this story is the shortest of the three, I found layers of meaning in the simple words.

FLY BY NIGHT is the final piece in this collection - a tale of a girl named Lysette and the consequences that change her life and that of her boyfriend, Alex. When camping in the dark of the night, it is best to heed the words of your elders, stay protected, and remember to always treat a witch with caution... as you may never know when you will see him or her again. This was an enjoyable look into the dark myths and legends of the Tejano people.

Thanks to the author for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.