We Need No Wings BY Ann Davila Cardinal

Tere Sanchez has always found identity in her roles as a professor, wife, mother, and friend. But when her husband dies suddenly, her world shatters. Overwhelmed by grief, Tere takes a leave from the university, hoping time will help her heal. Yet a year passes, and she's still lost in mourning—until the day she levitates.

The experience is terrifying, and Tere's attempts to regain control of her life are further complicated by more levitation episodes. As her fear and confusion grow, she learns of her family's link to Saint Teresa of Avila, a famous mystic known for her own episodes of levitation. Desperate for understanding, Tere travels to Spain in search of answers, hoping to find solace in the life and legacy of her possible ancestor. However, the journey proves more challenging than she imagined, forcing her to confront not just her family’s past, but also the depths of her own grief.

Through her quest, Tere must decide whether to remain trapped in her sorrow or embrace the possibility that there might be more to life than she has ever imagined. A blend of emotional depth, cultural richness, and mystical intrigue, this novel explores what it means to heal, to love, and to rise above our struggles. With poignant prose and a touch of magical realism, it invites readers on a journey to discover that sometimes, we need no wings to fly.

This is a story of transformation and renewal—an inspiring tale that puts wings of hope on our hearts.