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A review by bridge_overbooked
Drown by Junot Díaz
2.0
This was the 2nd book that I read from Díaz and both of them were just not my cup of tea. While I think that the writing style is supposed to make the reader feel more connected with the characters, I find it off-putting and not helpful. These stories were too disjointed for me; I appreciated some of them, but had trouble following how they were connected and which characters belonged to what.
"Drown" is a collection of short stories that explores the immigrant experience and the complexities of identity, family, and relationships. Set in the Dominican Republic and the United States, the stories center around Yunior, a recurring character, as he grapples with cultural clashes, love, and the challenges of assimilation. Díaz's writing is characterized by its raw and vivid portrayal of the immigrant narrative, capturing the struggles and triumphs of those caught between two worlds.
"Drown" is a collection of short stories that explores the immigrant experience and the complexities of identity, family, and relationships. Set in the Dominican Republic and the United States, the stories center around Yunior, a recurring character, as he grapples with cultural clashes, love, and the challenges of assimilation. Díaz's writing is characterized by its raw and vivid portrayal of the immigrant narrative, capturing the struggles and triumphs of those caught between two worlds.