A review by tanyarobinson
The Distance Between Us: Young Readers Edition by Reyna Grande
3.0
I would have preferred to read the adult's edition of this book, but this is what my library owns, so... It was interesting to see what Reyna Grande wanted young readers to take from her experiences. Certainly that education is crucial to leaving poverty, that we must be resilient to overcome hardship, that even when people aren't there for you, you must keep going... Actually pretty heavy stuff, but the reality that many immigrant children face.
I was most interested in the transition she faced between her native Mexican and American culture, and the good and bad that she saw in both. I found myself so angry at her parents; I don't believe neglecting or mistreating your children is excused by anything, even poverty or the way parents were raised, so I was less than sympathetic. Overall, Reyna's book showed positive outcomes can come from tough situations with work, determination, and a little bit of luck.
3.5 stars.
I was most interested in the transition she faced between her native Mexican and American culture, and the good and bad that she saw in both. I found myself so angry at her parents; I don't believe neglecting or mistreating your children is excused by anything, even poverty or the way parents were raised, so I was less than sympathetic. Overall, Reyna's book showed positive outcomes can come from tough situations with work, determination, and a little bit of luck.
3.5 stars.