N4/Delia’s Heart, a gothic romance novel/ By Virginia Andrews (V.C. Andrews)/fictin/family saga/USED/Cond C/Yellow spot

paperback cover of Delia’s Heart, a gothic romance novel published under the name of best-selling author Virginia Andrews (V.C. Andrews).Key Book InformationAuthor Legacy: While credited to Virginia Andrews, books published after her passing in 1986 were written by ghostwriter Andrew Neiderman.Series Role: This is the second installment in the three-part Delia Trilogy.The Full Trilogy Order:Delia's Crossing (2008)Delia's Heart (2008)Delia's Gift (2009)Plot SummaryThe story follows Delia Yebarra, a young girl who leaves her small Mexican hometown to live with her extremely wealthy aunt in Palm Springs, California. While navigating high society, her malicious cousin Sophia begins spreading horrific rumors to ruin her reputation. To control the family's image, Delia's aunt introduces her to the handsome son of a wealthy politician, sparking a whirlwind romance. However, Delia remains torn between this new world of luxury and her humble roots, especially her memories of her friend Ignacio back home.