60 pages • 2 hours read
Cristina GarcíaDreaming in Cuban
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Dreaming in Cuban by Cristina García is a multi-generational family saga that shifts between narrators and eras, exploring themes of immigration, exile, family dynamics, political ideology, religion, and the Cuban Revolution's impact on Cubans and Cuban Americans. Sensitive topics include mental health conditions, sexual assault, and the death of loved ones.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Cristina García's Dreaming in Cuban is praised for its lyrical prose and vivid portrayal of multiple generations of Cuban women, blending reality with magical realism. While some find the narrative structure complex and nonlinear, others appreciate its depth and emotional resonance. A few critics note an uneven pace but commend its rich cultural insights.
Who Should Read Dreaming in Cuban?
Readers who enjoy stories of family saga, political upheaval, and magical realism will find Dreaming in Cuban by Cristina García compelling. Fans of Isabel Allende's The House of the Spirits or Gabriel García Márquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude will appreciate its rich narrative and cultural depth.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
940LBook Details
Historical Fiction
Latin American Literature
Magical Realism
Relationships: Family
Society: Politics & Government
Emotions/Behavior: Nostalgia