{"product_id":"otro-domingo-siete-statistics-that-derail-but-do-not-define-paperback","title":"¡Otro Domingo Siete!: Statistics that derail, but do not define - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTeresa M. Gonzalez\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this powerful and heartrending coming-of-age story  Otro Domingo Siete! Statistics that derail, but do not define,  we follow the life of Tessa, a bright and spirited teenage girl whose world shifts overnight when she discovers she's pregnant at fifteen. It culminates in her experience standing at a fork to make the unthinkable decision to abort at 18, all while striving to graduate from high school, and one day attend college.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis novel marks Dr. Gonzalez's debut as an inspirational, semi-autobiographical exploration of the challenges she faced while growing up moving back and forth from Mexico and the United States. Raised in a traditional Catholic household, where faith, reputation, obedience, and family honor run deep, Tessa must navigate the crushing weight of shame, judgment, and isolation, often coming from her mother, whom she believed loved her the most.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith courage beyond her years, Tessa has no choice but to keep her baby, setting off on an unexpected journey of resilience, heartbreak, and quiet rebellion. As she balances motherhood, school, work, and the unforgiving expectations of her culture and religious environment, she learns to silence the voices that try to define her and instead listens to the voice that tells her she is capable of more. Tessa's story is not just one of survival but of transformation, marked by late-night study sessions, moments of deep faith and doubt, and a tireless pursuit of a better future. She grows into a woman fueled by purpose. The story culminates in her triumphant college graduation, challenging statistics on teen pregnancy and academic achievement, which show that only \u003cstrong\u003e3% of teens finish college by age 30.\u003c\/strong\u003e This semi-autobiographical novel is a stirring testament to perseverance, redemption, and the unbreakable bond between a mother and her dreams.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Otro Domingo Siete! Statistics that derail, but do not define, is a raw and inspiring tale that shines a light on the beauty that can emerge from even the darkest seasons, reminding us that the path to success is rarely straight but always worth pursuing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.31 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 31, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51989924643117,"sku":"9798318810442","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/Rd3QrqMQJH9798318810442.webp?v=1776253627","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/otro-domingo-siete-statistics-that-derail-but-do-not-define-paperback","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}