I hate to read a book it bits and pieces which is what happened with this one. I'd read a few chapters, put it down, then start again... over and over. But this one kept me coming back. It's a beautifully written book with very memorable characters. Interesting that an uber conservative friend recommended it and this novel is highly critical of the current US administration and it's policies.
The book dives into the topic of immigration. An elderly man reveals his story of being sent away from his home and Jewish family in Europe during the war. He was only a child but he was lucky, and he lived with a wonderful couple who raised him. Eventually he married and continued his life as a musician. The other story is about a young girl from El Salvador who comes to the US with her mother, is separated from her, and is now living in facilities and foster care. Her social worker finds a lawyer who will take her case and they both try to locate the mother. It all comes full circle when all these characters come together.
Great story. Wonderful characters. Highly recommend it. - June
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