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mayraa06's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
chachacenteno's review
5.0
This book directly speaks of MMIW, amongst so many other social, political, cultural, inter-generational and historical components. #nohumanisillegalonstoleland
shannak's review
5.0
I liked this one better than the first book, which seemed to go slower. This book deals with some of the immigration laws that need to be revisited and changed in this country. It takes a look at our broken system - a system that many in power take advantage of for their own gain - and it makes you sick that this is America.
Immigration has always sought to limit who gets in this country and when, and it needs sweeping changes in order to treat people like decent human beings deserve to be treated.
Notable quotes:
“Sometimes it takes being in a strange place to find out what is home.”
“It seems to be the only way to be happy is by deliberately ignoring the unhappiness of so many.”
Immigration has always sought to limit who gets in this country and when, and it needs sweeping changes in order to treat people like decent human beings deserve to be treated.
Notable quotes:
“Sometimes it takes being in a strange place to find out what is home.”
“It seems to be the only way to be happy is by deliberately ignoring the unhappiness of so many.”
lbandoch's review against another edition
5.0
Thanks to Scholastic Press for an ARC! I like how the author switched to first person for this novel, rather than the third person he used in the first book. It felt more personal. It’s a timely subject to write a book about and the fast-paced plot will pull readers along. It’s not necessary to read the first book to understand this one, but I highly recommend it! By reading the first book this one seemed like Season 2 of my favorite tv show.
amdame1's review against another edition
4.0
Sequel to Disappeared
I listened to the audiobook and appreciated the aunticity added by the Spanish accents of the voices and that there was a male and female narrator
Sara is a journalist who has been investigating the disappearances of girls from her hometown in Mexico. She and her family have been threatened, forcing her and her brother Emiliano to flee to the US. While crossing the border, things go horribly wrong and Sara turns herself in and requests asylum. Emiliano, however, flees and tries to seek protection with his father. However, the people pursuing them are determined and do not give up easily. Emiliano must figure out a way to protect himself, his family, help his sister, and get the information they smuggled out to the right people.
Lots of action and adventure. Kept me on the edge of my seat (figuratively). Such important issues; a great discussion book.
CW: violence, drugs, sex/human trafficking. (I can't remember if there was swearing) Grades 8 and up
I listened to the audiobook and appreciated the aunticity added by the Spanish accents of the voices and that there was a male and female narrator
Sara is a journalist who has been investigating the disappearances of girls from her hometown in Mexico. She and her family have been threatened, forcing her and her brother Emiliano to flee to the US. While crossing the border, things go horribly wrong and Sara turns herself in and requests asylum. Emiliano, however, flees and tries to seek protection with his father. However, the people pursuing them are determined and do not give up easily. Emiliano must figure out a way to protect himself, his family, help his sister, and get the information they smuggled out to the right people.
Lots of action and adventure. Kept me on the edge of my seat (figuratively). Such important issues; a great discussion book.
CW: violence, drugs, sex/human trafficking. (I can't remember if there was swearing) Grades 8 and up
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