Emerald Road
A Tale of Love, War, and Betrayal
by Orlando Ortega-Medina
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Pub Date Jan 14 2025 | Archive Date Mar 31 2025
Bywater Books | Amble Press
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Description
In this powerful prequel to The Fitful Sleep of Immigrants, Orlando Ortega-Medina weaves an inspiring story of survival, love, and resilience set against the violent backdrop of 1980s El Salvador.
Isaac Perez, a young dreamer caught in the crossfire of civil war, is forced to flee north after his life is torn apart by military brutality. His journey to the United States is fraught with peril, but he’s not alone; by his side is Ahbhu, a loyal Australian Cattle Dog with whom he shares a mysterious, telepathic bond.
Together, Isaac and Ahbhu brave treacherous landscapes and cross paths with unforgettable allies: Suchi, a fierce protector of LGBTQ migrants, and Diego, a young man whose kindness rekindles Isaac’s hope for a future beyond survival. But as they journey through a world scarred by violence and betrayal, Isaac must confront the haunting shadows of his past—and discover whether he has the strength to build a new life in a land of promise.
Set in a magic-touched reality where love and loyalty transcend even the harshest borders, Emerald Road explores the power of connection, the loss of innocence, and the courage needed to forge a new beginning. This gripping tale invites readers into a story where survival and spirit intertwine, testing the limits of hope in the face of unimaginable odds.
A Note From the Publisher
The Fitful Sleep of Immigrants by Orlando Ortega-Medina;
Solito: A Memoir by Javier Zamora;
American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins;
The Friend by Sigrid Nuñez;
City of Palaces by Michael Nava
Advance Praise
📚 A young gay man and his telepathic dog weather harrowing violence in El Salvador and a long trek to America in Ortega-Medina’s hallucinatory coming-of-age novel. 📚
“Ortega-Medina has created a compelling, thrilling, and extremely readable coming-of-age novel that will enthrall readers of all backgrounds.” —Daniel A. Olivas, author of Chicano Frankenstein
"I defy anyone to read Emerald Road without falling in love with Isaac and his dog Ahbhu, and the landscapes of Central America that offer beauty and redemption despite the suffering." —Rosa Lowinger, author of Tropicana Nights
“Ortega-Medina’s prose is evocative and punchy . . . the storytelling is vigorous and gripping.” — Kirkus Reviews
"Isaac's journey through 1980's Central America feels important in our political moment" —Out Front Magazine
Marketing Plan
Marketing Plan includes West Coast appearances and signings in January and February 2025. Author is available to visit book clubs via Zoom.
Marketing Plan includes West Coast appearances and signings in January and February 2025. Author is available to visit book clubs via Zoom.
Available Editions
EDITION | Other Format |
ISBN | 9781612943022 |
PRICE | $20.95 (USD) |
PAGES | 362 |