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Jan 29, 2021Rokaly rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
A frightening Mexican migrant experience of a woman and her young son fleeing the omnipresent cartel in Mexico headed to the U.S. I thought Lydia's relationship with Javier was rather disconcerting. An easy read, simply written, with the…
Jan 28, 2021
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Jan 26, 2021Catv413 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
While the characters are fictional, accounts of what migrants must overcome within the borders or their own country isn't. The violence consuming many areas of Mexico/Central America are real. It was eye-opening to read of the internal…
Jan 25, 2021KeanS rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This book is well written and a real page turner. I would definitely recommend it. One of the best books I've read in a while.
Jan 25, 2021Liselara rated this title 1 out of 5 stars
I have no idea why so many people loved this book. First of all, I would tell the author that if she is going to write a book in English and pepper it constantly with Spanish, please provide accurate and full translations. Don't expect…
Jan 19, 20210424pat rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Escape the Mexican cartel and make trip to USA. Rugged. Great book.
Jan 11, 2021bevatkey rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
After having a family party shot up by the cartel in Acapulco, a mother and her young son, flee being the only family survivors. From Acapulco to the United States, we follow their dangerous, frightening, bold journey. As the cartel…
Dec 28, 2020Eschulte34 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This book was well researched, written, and absolutely worth the read. I got through it much faster than I anticipated and would highly recommend it. Make sure you are prepared for it as there are some scenes that feel like they "couldn't"…
Dec 18, 2020kmcdouall rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
The publication of this novel stirred up a much needed debate about authenticity, representation, and cultural appropriation. There are valid points on both sides of this argument, and context is everything, but my problem with this book…
Dec 08, 2020Jenkskitten rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
A fictional story but well researched of migrants and a mother's love. The author brings out all the stress, fear, and mistrust one would feel while fleeing for your life and yet there is compassion too for others who are suffering from…
Nov 30, 2020bethwpr rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Look, I'm all for representation, but I think the controversy over this book because the author is not a native Mexican/of Mexican descent is a bridge too far. This is an extremely well researched and well written book that is compelling…
Nov 30, 2020yvettedun rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
There is controversary about this book because the author is white and not Mexican. However, I felt that the message was very clear. I was deeply moved and was given an insiders look into the plight of the immigrant trying to cross the US…
Nov 23, 2020
There is a lot of controversy about this book, which I read up on while I started reading. The author is not herself an immigrant, and that's where the controversy arises. I think if you keep that in mind - meaning don't take everything…
Nov 20, 2020
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Nov 12, 2020Mich321 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
One of the most moving books I've read in my life time the author dose not disappoint! Gave me a whole new perspective on immigrants. Wish the author dose include as many Mexican dialogue as it has in the book. For a non-fluent person I…
Nov 04, 2020mazinwhistler rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This story is not for the faint hearted - from the first page to the last you are on the edge of your seat. Will they survive? Will they make it to 'El Norte'? What horrible things will happen on their journey? Will the cartel finally…
Oct 26, 2020VaughanPLTiziana rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
A gripping work of fiction about a mother and son's journey to flee the Mexican cartel. One particular quote that resonated with me: "Lydia is dubious at first, but if you can't trust a librarian, who can you trust?"
Oct 21, 2020ReadingAdviser_Lori rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This is an eye-opening book about the multitude of dangers that migrants face every day. It is also a story about a mother's love for her son and the strength of the human spirit.
Oct 19, 2020mardscott rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This story reads like a work of nonfiction: real to life and accurate. It is a story about illegall immigrants from Mexico and Central America. Specifically, it is about a woman, her 8 year old son, and two teenage girls who are fleeing…
Oct 16, 2020connielorene rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This is an excellent read! Cummins is a great story teller. It's full of rich detail and delightful suspense. It engenders empathy because you find it easy to put yourself in the shoes of the main character. Ignore the overblown…
Oct 15, 2020shereelorimor rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A moving story, I couldn't put it down. I believe the author achieved her goal in writing this novel.
Oct 12, 2020
Just the best read I've had for a very long time.
Oct 02, 2020writermala rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
It is uncanny that this book was written before the 'Caravans' became a reality. Lydia and Luca escape death in Acapulco since they were in the Bathroom when members of a Drug Cartel came and brutally shot fifteen members of their family.…
Sep 30, 2020theojones41 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Wonderful book. Important book. Changed the way I view the immigrant journey.
Sep 27, 2020
Fascinating, suspenseful and skillfully written!