Cristina Henríquez.

The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henríquez is a powerful and poignant novel that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading it. From the very first page, Henríquez’s story draws you in with her vivid descriptions and emotionally charged dialogue. The characters are fully formed and each one comes to life on the page, from the young couple Maribel and Mayor Toro, who have moved to Delaware from Mexico for a better life for their daughter, to their neighbors, who come from all over Central America. It is a story of love, loss, family, culture, identity and belonging. As Maribel and Mayor face the challenges of adjusting to their new lives in America, they discover both joys and sorrows as they strive to make a home for themselves in a strange land. With its unflinching honesty about complex issues such as immigration and assimilation, The Book of Unknown Americans is an unforgettable book that speaks to the heart of what it means to be American.