Teresa is a kind and hardworking girl who suffers under the harsh treatment of her jealous stepmother and two selfish stepsisters, Isabel and Inez. Despite her miserable daily life, Teresa remains gentle and good. One day, her pure heart is rewarded when the Blessed Mary appears and places a shining gold star on Teresa's forehead as a symbol of her goodness. Furious and greedy, the stepsisters try to seek out their own rewards, but their unkind nature earns them a very different fate. Instead of stars, they are punished with hideous horns and donkey ears, forcing them to hide their faces under heavy veils. As a grand festival approaches, Teresa hopes to attend and finally experience a night of joy. Drawing on rich traditions from Spanish American folklore, this captivating retelling brings a fresh, magical twist to the beloved Cinderella story. It is a luminous tale of inner beauty, justice, and the shining rewards of staying true to yourself.