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American Dirt (Oprah's Book Club)
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This book has been met with mixed reviews, with some praising its historical accuracy and its ability to capture the struggles of those living on the border. Others have found it to be too simplistic and inaccurate, and have found it to be too preachy. Despite this, many have found it to be an excellent read that pushes them to reflect on the issues and to make their own decisions.
Lydia Quixano Pérez lives in the Mexican city of Acapulco. She runs a bookstore. She has a son, Luca, the love of her life, and a wonderful husband who is a journalist. And while there are cracks beginning to show in Acapulco because of the drug cartels, her life is, by and large, fairly comfortable. When Lydias husbands tell-all profile of Javier, t…
Lydia Quixano Pérez lives in the Mexican city of Acapulco. She runs a bookstore. She has a son, Luca, the love of her life, and a wonderful husband who is a journalist. And while there are cracks beginning to show in Acapulco because of the drug cartels, her life is, by and large, fairly comfortable. When Lydias husbands tell-all profile of Javier, the jefe of the newest drug cartel that has gruesomely taken over the city, is published, none of their lives will ever be the same.
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Review summary
This book has been met with mixed reviews, with some praising its historical accuracy and its ability to capture the struggles of those living on the border. Others have found it to be too simplistic and inaccurate, and have found it to be too preachy. Despite this, many have found it to be an excellent read that pushes them to reflect on the issues and to make their own decisions.
Pros
- Engaging storyline
- Well-developed characters
- Insightful portrayal of immigration issues
- Insightful perspective on Mexican culture
Cons
- Inaccurate cultural references
- Lack of character development
- Overly detailed descriptions
Description
Lydia Quixano Pérez lives in the Mexican city of Acapulco. She runs a bookstore. She has a son, Luca, the love of her life, and a wonderful husband who is a journalist. And while there are cracks beginning to show in Acapulco because of the drug cartels, her life is, by and large, fairly comfortable. When Lydias husbands tell-all profile of Javier, the jefe of the newest drug cartel that has gruesomely taken over the city, is published, none of their lives will ever be the same.
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| Publisher | American Dirt |
| Title | American Dirt (Oprah's Book Club) |
| Author | Jeanine Cummins |
| Book Title | American Dirt (Oprah's Book Club) |
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