39 pages 1 hour read

Sonia Nazario

Enrique's Journey

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2005

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario, Enrique, a young boy from Honduras, sets out on a perilous journey to the United States to reunite with his mother, Lourdes, who left years earlier to find work. His trek involves multiple failed attempts, dangerous encounters with gangs, and risky travel atop trains. Eventually, Enrique reaches North Carolina, where he reunites with Lourdes, grappling with complex emotions and the ongoing responsibilities to his loved ones left behind. The book addresses sensitive topics such as drug addiction and family separation.

Reviews & Readership

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Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario is widely praised for its compelling portrayal of a young boy's perilous journey from Honduras to the U.S. Critics commend its emotional depth, journalistic rigor, and humanizing of immigration issues. However, some argue the narrative can be repetitive and occasionally lacks a broader political context. Overall, it's a gripping and enlightening read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Enrique's Journey?

A reader who would enjoy Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario is likely interested in compelling, true stories of immigration, resilience, and social justice. Comparable to readers of The Distance Between Us by Reyna Grande and The Devil's Highway by Luis Alberto Urrea, they seek narratives that highlight human strength amid adversity.

RecommendedReading Age

14-18years

Lexile Level

830L

Book Details

Topics

Politics / Government

Social Justice

History: U.S.

Themes

Relationships: Family

Relationships: Mothers

Society: Immigration

Genre

Education

Biography