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The Book of Unknown Americans

By Cristina Henríquez

The Book of Unknown Americans Contemporary literature

The Book of Unknown Americans

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"Illuminate[s] the lives behind the current debates about Latino immigration." -The New York Times Book Review When fifteen-year-old Maribel Rivera sustains a terrible injury, the Riveras leave behind a comfortable life in Mexico and risk everything to come to the United States so that Maribel can have the care she needs. Once they arrive, it's not long before Maribel attracts the attention of Mayor Toro, the son of one of their new neighbors, who sees a kindred spirit in this beautiful, damaged outsider. Their love story sets in motion events that will have profound repercussions for everyone involved. Here Henríquez seamlessly interweaves the story of these star-crossed lovers, and of the Rivera and Toro families, with the testimonials of men and women who have come to the United States from all over Latin America. The Book of Unknown Americans is a stunning novel of hopes and dreams, guilt and love-a book that offers a resonant new definition of what it means to be American. Named a New York Times and Washington Post Notable Book, an NPR Great Read, The Daily Beast's Novel of the Year, and a Mother Jones, Oprah.com, School Library Journal, and BookPage Best Book of the Year
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
304
Release Date:
2015-03-03
Publication Date:
2015-03-03
Publisher:
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0345806409
ISBN13:
9780345806406
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
224 g
Height:
129 cm
Width:
201 cm
Thickness:
19 cm

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