The Lure of Mexico

About the Book

The story of the Lure of Mexico is inspired by a true family saga and one hundred letters carefully crafted and preserved for nearly a century in the family trunk. In the re-reading, a story is framed highlighting the beauty, natural wealth, treachery and tyranny that existed during a difficult period in Mexican history. Glory and Ruth, twins, prove that the bond of kinship will see them through regardless of the new dangers and trials they face. In this emotionally gripping story, Glory and Ruth alternate between reacting to fear and finding courage in faith. The reader will find themselves lured by an undercurrent of tension that will keep the story close in their hearts.

About the Author

Salena Brown lives in her native Oregon where she received formal education from her alma mater, Oregon State University. With her husband of thirty years, she has three grown sons and two grandchildren. Story telling has been her passion since grade school when one of her favorite teachers emphasized creative writing. For many years, she has studied and taught and is actively involved with her interest group, West Side Writers.