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Patricia Engel

Infinite Country

Patricia EngelFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Patricia Engel

Infinite Country

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colombia and United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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In Infinite Country by Patricia Engel, Mauro and Elena, a Colombian couple, emigrate to the United States but become undocumented immigrants when their visas expire. After Mauro is deported, Elena raises their three children alone. The story follows their youngest daughter, Talia, as she escapes a Colombian reformatory to reunite with her family in the U.S., highlighting the family's struggles with immigration, separation, and resilience. The novel includes incidents of rape, violence, and substance use.

Melancholic

Emotional

Contemplative

Hopeful

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.1

49,835 ratings

73%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Infinite Country by Patricia Engel has garnered praise for its lyrical prose and poignant exploration of immigration and family separation. Reviewers commend the emotional depth and relatable characters but note that its nonlinear timeline can be confusing. Overall, it’s considered a powerful and timely narrative on the American immigrant experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Infinite Country?

Readers who enjoy immigrant narratives, complex family dynamics, and lyrical prose will find Infinite Country by Patricia Engel captivating. Comparable to works like American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins and The Dearly Beloved by Cara Wall, this novel appeals to those interested in poignant tales of resilience and cultural identity.

4.1

49,835 ratings

73%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Colombia and United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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