A review by thunderbird
American Dirt, by Jeanine Cummins

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful sad tense fast-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? No

5.0

It's been a long time since I stayed up well past my bedtime to keep reading.  This heartbreaking account of desperation brings home a guttural sense of things I can never fully understand as I read here in my privilege. I hope those who read it can find compassion in their hearts for the reality of the migrant experience. 
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