Writing in both Spanish and English, Lili Nealon takes us on a journey through Buenos Aires, New York, Kigali, Nazareth and a deserted island called Poitou in story after story that depict humanity at its best and at its worst. Her journey leads us to unknown places, dives deep into our heart and soul, and often brings us to tears.

We experience the hopes of a nine-year old orphan in Rwanda, a young couple facing death in a deserted beach and another hiding their affair in plain sight at the beautiful Colon Opera House in Buenos Aires. There is an arrogant psychiatrist who finds an...