A review by nickydemoss
American Dirt, by Jeanine Cummins

challenging emotional sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

A deeply humanizing and important depiction of the migrant experience. Every person, every “estadounidense” should read this story. I love Lydia, and her story of motherly heroism is unfathomable and also deeply believable. Completely engrossing, heart wrenching, and reverent.
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