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Text and Paratext in Sandra Cisneros' Caramelo or Puro Cuento

Sandra Cisneros' 2002 novel Caramelo (or Puro Cuento ) is a celebrated, semi-autobiographical story following Celaya "Lala" Reyes, which explores Chicana identity, border culture, and family history. The narrative is noted for its use of paratext and the symbolic "caramelo rebozo," reflecting on themes of memory and cultural identity. You can find the book at Barnes & Noble . Caramelo