A review by sarahs_bookdragon
Into the Beautiful North by Luis Alberto Urrea

2.0

I found this book educational. It helped me understand the struggles Mexicans face with drug dealers, border patrols, and legal immigrants. There were a few times when a serious topic was approached and I was forced to think deeply on something I didn't normally.
However, I found the characters unrealistic and spontaneous. There was no character development, and the display of character personality was lacking. I felt that there were too many irritating characters. Most of them were a little ridiculous.
I didn't particularly like the humor, and the conflict left me somewhat disappointed.