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bookloversofi's review against another edition
4.0
I'm participating in the pre-publication blog tour for this book, so I'm very grateful to ...Hear Our Voices BT for giving me the chance to be part of this movement and also for allowing me to talk about a book with such important content as this one.
This is a very powerful book that shows you some stories told by authors from around the world who have experienced themselves or their families through immigration due to different factors and they reflect it in each of these fictional stories. I really loved it, I really enjoyed the experience of reading each story and being able to learn more about the immigration experiences of many families from different parts of the world, I think that reading this book is a process that will open your eyes in some way and It really puts you in the shoes of each one of them, being able to feel all the emotions that surround their stories. Such great work!
4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
You can find more of my reviews & other fun content on my blog A Book. A Thought.
I've decided to do something different with this review since it's special, so what I'll do is share with you a series of mini-experiences and mini-thoughts of most of the stories, which I wrote as soon as I finished reading each one of them, in this way, I hope I can give you my honest and real thoughts in a brief but clear and above all, super respectful way. Also, I'll share with you several gifs in this review since I promised to do Review in 5 Gifs, but if you've already read my reviews in the past you know that I LOVE adding gifs, so this will not be something new & last but not least, I'll be giving an #ownvoices Reflection on my more detailed thoughts on the story "Family Everything" by Yamile Saied Mendez, since as an Argentine myself, it's the story that I can connect the most and feel identified with.
Before starting, I want to clarify that I've never experienced immigration myself, but some of my family members did, as I think in most Latinx families, so I can give my opinion from that side and also above all, I want to focus on my country as such and in my people, customs and culture.
nuhafariha's review against another edition
3.0
Thank you to Inkyard Press and NetGalley for the Reader's Copy!
Now available on Amazon, Barnes & Nobles and Indie Bookstore.
Faces with a hostile world full of TSA agents, ICE officials, and xenophobic general population, it's easy to see why the first and second generation teenagers in Adi Al Said's new collection "Come On In" feel overwhelmed. As a first generation immigrant myself, I related so closely to the narratives provided within these stories - tales of children growing up faster than they should, maturing to take care of elderly family members and community. At the same time, I can't help but be struck by the incredible strength of these fierce protagonists. My favorite was Isabel Quintero's piece. Without a guide, without much help, they were making it happen by the sheer force of their will. That, to me, is the ultimate beauty of the immigrant America - by the crook of sheer desire, all things become slowly possible. A deeply moving collection!
Now available on Amazon, Barnes & Nobles and Indie Bookstore.
Faces with a hostile world full of TSA agents, ICE officials, and xenophobic general population, it's easy to see why the first and second generation teenagers in Adi Al Said's new collection "Come On In" feel overwhelmed. As a first generation immigrant myself, I related so closely to the narratives provided within these stories - tales of children growing up faster than they should, maturing to take care of elderly family members and community. At the same time, I can't help but be struck by the incredible strength of these fierce protagonists. My favorite was Isabel Quintero's piece. Without a guide, without much help, they were making it happen by the sheer force of their will. That, to me, is the ultimate beauty of the immigrant America - by the crook of sheer desire, all things become slowly possible. A deeply moving collection!
zinzee's review against another edition
4.0
This book right here holds greatness. Power! This book showcased many immigration stories. It showcased the why's, the how's. It was everything and more. Immigration has always been a controversial topic some believe that it's bad some believe it's good. People migrate for different reasons. To make a better life for themselves and I'm so glad that a book showcased that.
Some stories I thought was a little slow paced but that's okay.
Some stories I thought was a little slow paced but that's okay.
rebeccazh's review against another edition
3.0
A collection of short stories by YA authors about the immigrant experience. The stories are of varying quality but there were some really good ones (especially the one by Zoraida Cordova). A quick and enjoyable read.
libscote's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.0
An excellent anthology looking at different immigrant experiences.
lattes_lipstick_literature's review against another edition
5.0
Ever read an anthology where each story caused an impact you felt in your chest? Reading Come on in was like that. Honestly, I'm not sure if I am going to be able to adequately write how this book made me feel, I am afraid that whatever I saw won't do this book justice, but I am going to try.
The first adjective that I would use is powerful. The pen is supposedly mightier than the sword but there are not a lot of books that can display this. However, the stories in this book have the ability to showcase just that. The second adjective would be magical. Each story was written in a way where I felt I was transported there right along beside the characters.
I know I will never truly be able to know what any of these characters really feel considering I was born in the U.S. but my mother wasn't and it really puts into perspective of what she must have felt and gone through. it makes me feel closer to her. One of the things this anthology does, is give you information about each author after the story and since I absolutely loved each one (which is a rarity for me), so I now have a list of authors to add to my must read list.
Overall, this book is a must read to me.
*A Thank you to Netgalley for allowing me to read this for an honest and unbiased review*
The first adjective that I would use is powerful. The pen is supposedly mightier than the sword but there are not a lot of books that can display this. However, the stories in this book have the ability to showcase just that. The second adjective would be magical. Each story was written in a way where I felt I was transported there right along beside the characters.
I know I will never truly be able to know what any of these characters really feel considering I was born in the U.S. but my mother wasn't and it really puts into perspective of what she must have felt and gone through. it makes me feel closer to her. One of the things this anthology does, is give you information about each author after the story and since I absolutely loved each one (which is a rarity for me), so I now have a list of authors to add to my must read list.
Overall, this book is a must read to me.
*A Thank you to Netgalley for allowing me to read this for an honest and unbiased review*
jessicachung13's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
slow-paced
5.0
ilewis28's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
kjholly's review against another edition
Had to return it to the library. Wasn’t bad but felt pretty surface level at times