The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henríquez
The Book of Unknown Americans
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Cristina Henríquez
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The Book of Unknown Americans

Cristina Henríquez

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Description

A dazzling, heartbreaking page-turner destined for breakout status: a novel that gives voice to millions of Americans as it tells the story of the love between a Panamanian boy and a Mexican girl: teenagers living in an apartment block of immigran...

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Moods

emotional 86%
sad 72%
reflective 48%
hopeful 34%
challenging 23%
inspiring 19%
tense 13%
dark 11%
informative 10%
funny 5%
adventurous 3%
lighthearted 2%

Pace

medium 55%
fast 23%
slow 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 59% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 6%

Strong character development?

Yes: 69% | It's complicated: 22% | No: 5% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 74% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 2% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 24% | No: 20% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.94

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