2nd May, 2025 in Recommended Reads

Sarita by Natalie Dossett

“I’d pray Mozo’s suspicion had been right, and I’d find something at Santa Rosa to guarantee the Rangers would come after Javier, but I’d found more than I’d dared to hope for, and more than I’d thought to fear.” The novel, Sarita, by Natalie Dossett, focuses on its title protagonist, Sarita, as she seeks vengeance following a tragedy that results in the death of her younger brother and worsening health of her father. Refusing to feel useless or overlooked, she charges forward in a riveting tale of retribution, as we witness her triumphs, setbacks, and resolve in reaching her target. The novel depicts the unrelenting well of strength of its lead character, as she is quickly forced to discover beyond her perceived limitations in confrontation with an array of new and old relationships, all while using expressive prose that explores the novel’s underlying themes.