This is the kind of book that will make you uneasy by shining a harsh light on simple but devastating truths that many people have to face daily. It's not an easy book to read, but I'm glad I read it and I think it's the kind of book that more people should be reading. It might rattle readers, but it will also make them think and reflect on the situation many immigrants find themselves in and how awful they're treated by the vast majority of the population.
My one complaint is that some of the stories ramble on for longer than needed. I'm aware that this is all on me as the quiet desperation of immigrants fighting for every little piece of success and comfort only to have it taken away from them with inconsiderate ease makes for some very important if uncomfortable reads. I'm walking away from this thinking that there's basically no hope for a huge swath of the population as they fight not only the prejudice and injustice in America but the massive pressure and resentment back home.
Overall, a harsh yet important read that opens the reader's eyes to harsh realities in a way that will hopefully engender empathy.
Happy thanks to NetGalley and Mukana Press for the enlightening read!
My one complaint is that some of the stories ramble on for longer than needed. I'm aware that this is all on me as the quiet desperation of immigrants fighting for every little piece of success and comfort only to have it taken away from them with inconsiderate ease makes for some very important if uncomfortable reads. I'm walking away from this thinking that there's basically no hope for a huge swath of the population as they fight not only the prejudice and injustice in America but the massive pressure and resentment back home.
Overall, a harsh yet important read that opens the reader's eyes to harsh realities in a way that will hopefully engender empathy.
Happy thanks to NetGalley and Mukana Press for the enlightening read!