We Need No Wings By Ann Davila Cardinal

Tere Sanchez’s world is shattered when her husband dies unexpectedly. A professor, wife, mother, and friend, she has always known who she was. But grief consumes her, leaving her broken and adrift. Taking a leave from her university position, Tere hopes to find solace and heal, but instead, she spirals deeper into sorrow, spending a year unable to recover.

Then, something extraordinary happens: Tere levitates. This startling phenomenon throws her life into chaos, making her question her sanity and putting her at risk. Desperate to stop these inexplicable incidents, Tere remembers her family’s connection to Saint Teresa of Avila, a renowned mystic known for her own levitations. Seeking answers, she travels to Spain, hoping to understand the mysterious events disrupting her life. But finding clarity proves elusive, as not all mysteries are easily solved.

Tere is faced with a crucial decision: remain cloaked in grief or embrace a world where she can soar without wings. Through her journey, she confronts the depths of her loss and discovers the possibility of healing and transformation. As she navigates this newfound reality, Tere must decide whether to let go of her sorrow and open her heart to the beauty and hope that life still holds.

From the award-winning author of The Storyteller's Death, this novel is a powerful, multicultural exploration of love, loss, and the courage to rise above despair. It is a transcendent tale that speaks to the strength within us all, offering hope and the possibility of flight in the darkest of times.