Unfortunately, without more research or prior knowledge, I can't tell you the author of this 'amor de mae novel'. It could be an independent author or from a small - scale publisher. There are so many works out there, and this title doesn't immediately ring a bell in terms of a well - known author.
I'm not sure specifically as there could be many novels with this name. It might be about a mother's love. Maybe it tells the story of a mother's selfless love for her children, her sacrifices and the strong bond between them.
The novels may also have a strong sense of atmosphere. Since they are in the realm of romance, settings could be dreamy, like old castles or beautiful gardens. The descriptions of these settings, combined with the poetic language, create a world that is both alluring and immersive for the readers.
One example could be a story about a little girl who finds a lost puppy on her way to school. She takes it to the local vet, and they manage to find the owner. It's a simple yet heartwarming story.
'Wuthering Heights' is also a great choice. The intense and often turbulent love between Heathcliff and Catherine is expressed in a very evocative and almost poetic way. The moors and the wild setting add to the overall atmosphere of a passionate, if somewhat dark, love story.
In this story, Julia Alvarez could be using 'names nombres' to show the connection between language and heritage. The different names might represent different aspects of the characters' backgrounds. It could also be about the struggle of maintaining one's cultural identity through the use of names in a new or different cultural context.
First, think of a simple idea or event, like a cat getting stuck in a tree. Then, develop it by adding characters, like the kind neighbor who tries to rescue the cat. Finally, give it an ending, such as the cat being safely rescued.