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# American Dirt (Oprah's Book Club)

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Buy American Dirt (Oprah's Book Club) by Cummins, Jeanine (ISBN: 9781250209764) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

Review: Migrant journey is authentically described - This book had been recommended many times and also appears in lots of lists but I hadn't picked it up until now - so I started with high expectations. There are 454 pages, split into 36 numbered chapters and the book was first published in 2020. It's easy to read a book set in a familiar world but this is far away from my normal comfort zone so I was delighted that I engaged with the plot straight away. There is a dramatic mass murder scene unfolding around a mother trying to protect her son. Excitement levels stay high as the reader begins to understand Lydia's anxieties for her life and that of her son. It's a tough story to read as we see Lydia fighting to escape. The journey is dangerous at every stage with high level of detail giving some idea about the experience of a migrant - fleeing their home, feeling they could die at any time and unsure where they are heading (or how they will get there). Lydia and Luca make progress and the reader is slipped back into time to give back story, along with an understanding of the "normal" life in Mexico. Something about the writing allows the book to be accessible for many readers without softening the migrant journey. The author could have been harder with the story telling but that would alienate many readers and I think her approach is good. I found the emotions behind the journey deeply effecting as it made me consider the number of people having to make similarly risky journeys all over the world. Of course, some people are running for criminal reasons but innocent people should not be forced to take such risks (but thankful for the accident that allowed you to be born in a safe place!). The reasons behind migration will be in the minds of all readers. There are frequent short phrases in Spanish which are not always explained, even though the meaning can usually be established by the context. This all helps to make the story authentic. I read this book very quickly as I wanted to know what happened to these two. There have been many amazing reviews of this book and I can see why - particularly in the US where the migrant journey from Mexico is such a hot topic. I felt every step with this mother and her son, astonished by the physical effort alongside their mental fortitude.
Review: Everyone should read this - Fantastic book, beautiful writing and one that everyone should read.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 119,774 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 54 in Political Thrillers (Books) 345 in Women Writers & Fiction 427 in Literary Fiction (Books) |
| Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (179,838) |
| Dimensions  | 16.71 x 3.61 x 24.36 cm |
| ISBN-10  | 1250209765 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1250209764 |
| Item weight  | 635 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 386 pages |
| Publication date  | 21 Jan. 2020 |
| Publisher  | Flatiron Books |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Migrant journey is authentically described
*by J***U on 3 August 2023*

This book had been recommended many times and also appears in lots of lists but I hadn't picked it up until now - so I started with high expectations. There are 454 pages, split into 36 numbered chapters and the book was first published in 2020. It's easy to read a book set in a familiar world but this is far away from my normal comfort zone so I was delighted that I engaged with the plot straight away. There is a dramatic mass murder scene unfolding around a mother trying to protect her son. Excitement levels stay high as the reader begins to understand Lydia's anxieties for her life and that of her son. It's a tough story to read as we see Lydia fighting to escape. The journey is dangerous at every stage with high level of detail giving some idea about the experience of a migrant - fleeing their home, feeling they could die at any time and unsure where they are heading (or how they will get there). Lydia and Luca make progress and the reader is slipped back into time to give back story, along with an understanding of the "normal" life in Mexico. Something about the writing allows the book to be accessible for many readers without softening the migrant journey. The author could have been harder with the story telling but that would alienate many readers and I think her approach is good. I found the emotions behind the journey deeply effecting as it made me consider the number of people having to make similarly risky journeys all over the world. Of course, some people are running for criminal reasons but innocent people should not be forced to take such risks (but thankful for the accident that allowed you to be born in a safe place!). The reasons behind migration will be in the minds of all readers. There are frequent short phrases in Spanish which are not always explained, even though the meaning can usually be established by the context. This all helps to make the story authentic. I read this book very quickly as I wanted to know what happened to these two. There have been many amazing reviews of this book and I can see why - particularly in the US where the migrant journey from Mexico is such a hot topic. I felt every step with this mother and her son, astonished by the physical effort alongside their mental fortitude.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Everyone should read this
*by A***R on 3 January 2026*

Fantastic book, beautiful writing and one that everyone should read.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mexican dirt
*by A***X on 27 January 2025*

This was an enjoyable read overall, packed with adventure from the very first page. The story was full of drama, pain, and blood. That said, it was also quite predictable, with the characters essentially trying to get from point A to point B, encountering adventure along the way. The main issue I had with the book was the protagonist. She lacked emotional depth and, at times, empathy, which made it hard for me to connect with her. Yes, she cared about her son, but that was about it. Additionally, the two children—one 8 and the other 10—often behaved more like 35-year-olds, which felt a bit off-putting. Lastly, I’m not a fan of epilogues. I’m giving this a generous 4 stars because it was an easy read.

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