Set in the year 2005, Chrysanthemum is ready to leave New York City but must first relieve any doubts or anxieties with her best friend Esperanza. They have a lot to talk about and some gifts to share before they part ways.
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Jada Ann Chevalier
Chrysanthemum
Pennelope Gonzalez Rosario
Esperanza
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