A review by stanro
The Other Americans by Laila Lalami

challenging emotional reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

I’ve just devoured this book. Loved it!

Each chapter is narrated by a character within the story. Sometimes picking up where another left the telling of their interaction, sometimes just recalling other events. 

The people are foreign to me - Islamic immigrant family to the USA, Iraq War veteran, small business proprietors, their partners and their offspring. 

Highly recommended.