The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel (Vintage Contemporaries)
by Cristina Henríquez
The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel by Cristina Henríquez holds a highly rated rating of 4.30 out of 5, based on 4K reader ratings. First published in 2014. The book spans 295 pages.
About The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel
After their daughter Maribel suffers a near-fatal accident, the Riveras leave Mexico and come to America. But upon settling at Redwood Apartments, a two-story cinderblock complex just off a highway in Delaware, they discover that Maribel's recovery-the piece of the American Dream on which they've pinned all their hopes-will not be easy. Every task seems to confront them with language, racial, and cultural obstacles. At Redwood also lives Mayor Toro, a high school sophomore whose family arrived from Panama fifteen years ago. Mayor sees in Maribel something others do not: that beyond her lovely face, and beneath the damage she's sustained, is a gentle, funny, and wise spirit. But as the two grow closer, violence casts a shadow over all their futures in America.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Cristina Henríquez |
| Published | 2014 |
| Pages | 295 |
| Kindle Price | $11.99 |
| Genres | Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 4.30 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 3,978 |
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What genre is The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel?
The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel is categorized as Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Young Adult.
Is The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel worth reading?
Based on 4K reader ratings, The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel has an average score of 4.30 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel?
The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel has 295 pages.
Who wrote The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel?
The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel was written by Cristina Henríquez. It was first published in 2014.
What is the ISBN for The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel?
The ISBN-13 for The Book of Unknown Americans: A novel is 9781410474322.
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