Take Me With You
Take Me With You
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
305
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Cuba • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Take Me With You by Carlos Frías is a memoir about an award-winning journalist's twelve-day trip to Cuba to cover Fidel Castro's illness. Inspired by the journey, Frías retraces his exiled parents' steps, uncovering family history and exploring contemporary Cuban life. His narrative delves into the immigrant experience, offering a poignant reflection on cultural disconnection and heritage.
Emotional
Nostalgic
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
282 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Carlos Frías' Take Me With You captivates with its heartfelt narrative of identity and cultural discovery. Most reviewers praise its emotive storytelling and vivid depiction of Cuban life. However, some find the pacing uneven, affecting immersion. Overall, it is lauded for its authentic voice and evocative exploration of familial connections and heritage.
Who Should Read Take Me With You?
A reader who enjoys Take Me With You by Carlos Frías will appreciate memoirs exploring personal identity, cultural heritage, and family history. Fans of Esmeralda Santiago’s When I Was Puerto Rican and Frank McCourt’s Angela’s Ashes will find this work compelling due to its evocative storytelling and rich cultural insights.
282 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
305
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Cuba • Contemporary
2019
Adult
18+ years
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