Author with Trinidad, Aguilar ties earns national acclaim for story rooted in local history - The Chronicle

Author with Trinidad, Aguilar ties earns national acclaim for story rooted in local history - The Chronicle

The Chronicle-NewsT’Naus Nieto Liz Prato’s novel, set in the local area in the early 20th century, is gaining national attention, including a starred review from Library Journal and selection as the 2026 Pick by Powell’s Books. Prato described the experience as “surreal,” something she approached carefully. “This is my fourth book, and I’ve always been a small press author,” she said. “We didn’t even know this was on the table.” “Purgatoire: A N…