Whenever Maya isn't at school, you can usually find her at Cafe Taza, serving up sandwiches de pernil, mofongo, and the best cafes con leche in all of Brooklyn. One day, an unexpected visit from the estranged Titi Yaya from Puerto Rico changes everything. Why does Maya feel so connected to this woman she has never met before? And who is this orisha named Yemaya? On top of figuring all this out, Maya has a budding soccer career to consider, while fending off the local bully, and dealing with nascent feelings toward her teammate. But through it all, there's that alluring connection to a forbidden ancient practice that keeps tugging at her. Which path will Maya choose to fulfill her destiny?