This is historical fiction, tracing the life of Manuel, a boy who is separated from his parents during the mass expulsion of Mexican Americans and Mexican nationals in Los Angeles during the 1930s.  As he grows into an adult he is surrounded by remarkable women. Generous Amparo, who brings the mute boy into her home with gentle tenderness, then Lizette, striking and vivacious, who captivates his passion and loyalty. A sweeping family saga with resilience, perseverance, and enduring love at its core, Dispossessed follows Manuel as he creates a life of value and dignity, while always searching for his missing family, the missing pieces of his heart.