top of page

Goddess of the Flowers: One Girl's Journey

5 Star Review





Click HERE to Purchase Your Copy Today!


Editorial Book Review:

By Steph Orion


Stefanie Auerbach Stolinsky's "Goddess of the Flowers: One Girl's Journey" depicts human trafficking via Xochitl Gonzalez's bravery. This compelling drama depicts Xochitl's tough path from prisoner to freedom fighter in rural Mexico. It honestly depicts gang violence's effects on many.


The fundamental premise of "Goddess of the Flowers" is to live and discover oneself. Xochitl's character is multifaceted, and you can feel her strength even after endless tragedies. From the moment Carlos Morales clutches her until the moment she successfully escapes, everyone must admire her despite all odds. Stolinsky moves and inspires with her portrayal of Xochitl's transformation from stupid girl to resolute survivor. It exhibits human spirit's strength.


"Goddess of the Flowers" highlights the complexity of human trafficking. Stolinsky doesn't hide the horrors humans endure. He reveals that this dark region is full of abuse and exploitation. Xochitl's eyes reveal the terrible reality of assault, coercion, and manipulation, forcing readers to confront the painful truths that are typically left out of discussions of this common problem.


Deep beauty and optimism sometimes break the darkness. Xochitl's determination to defend herself and the other inmates is a shining spot even in the darkest of times. Her fortitude inspires the other characters and makes readers realize how strong resilience is and how crucial understanding unfairness is.


Readers are transported to rural Mexico's bright fields and drug cartel-controlled haciendas by Stolinsky's colorful and lovely language. Her vivid descriptions transport readers to a scary and intriguing realm.


"Goddess of the Flowers: One Girl's Journey," by Stefanie Auerbach Stolinsky, is a hauntingly lovely narrative. Through Xochitl's path, she shows how individuals may be strong and forgiving despite awful atrocities. This novel beckons, and its message of hope and courage resonates.


About the Author




Award-winning Author, Stefanie Stolinsky, Ph.D., is a forensic psychologist who worked for many years leading groups with homeless, abused and abandoned youths. She lives with her physician husband in Los Angeles and writes novels full-time.



bottom of page