Books matching: migration and refugees
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Save:A chilling, unputdownable eco-thriller - raw, realistic, and eerily relevant. Not for the faint of heart, but a must-read for fans of dystopian fiction and climate-driven drama.
The sweat of a woman bent double in an onion field, working fourteen hours under the hot sun, was different from the sweat of a man as he approached a checkpoint in Mexico, praying to La Santa Muerte... - #2
Save:A beautifully written, thought-provoking novel that blends realism and magical elements to explore migration, love, and identity. It's not for everyone, but if you like literary fiction that makes you reflect on the world, Exit West is a must-read.
IN A CITY SWOLLEN BY REFUGEES but still mostly at peace, or at least not yet openly at war, a young man met a young woman in a classroom and did not speak to her. For many days. His name was Saeed and... - #3
Save:A harsh, haunting, and deeply thoughtful look at the collapse of society that feels disturbingly relevant - if you want a literary dystopia that will make you think (and maybe prep for the worst), this is essential reading.
I HAD MY RECURRING dream last night. I guess I should have expected it. It comes to me when I struggle—when I twist on my own personal hook and try to pretend that nothing unusual is happening. It com... - #4
Save:A beautifully crafted and timely novel that challenges readers to see refugees as individuals and reconsider the invisible lines that divide us. Important, moving, and highly recommended for those interested in the human side of global issues.
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Save:Dark, haunting, and relevant - "American War" will make you think and linger after the last page, even if it sometimes stumbles on world-building or emotional warmth. Not a feel-good read, but a powerful one.
A HUNDRED FEET from the western riverbank, the Chestnuts lived in a corrugated steel container salvaged from a nearby shipyard. Wedges of steel plating anchored to cement blocks below the ground held... - #6
Save:Blackfish City is a thought-provoking, atmospheric sci-fi with a unique setting and diverse cast; though pacing and character depth may falter at times, it’s well worth the read for fans of speculative, socially aware fiction.
After the crying, and the throwing up, and the scrolling through his entire contacts list and realizing there wasn’t a single person he could tell, and the drafting and then deleting five separate lon... - #7
Save:A gorgeously written, unsettling, and darkly funny cautionary tale - perfect for fans of dystopian fiction and anyone pondering where unchecked ambition might take us. Not light, not cheerful, but absolutely unforgettable.
Snowman wakes before dawn. He lies unmoving, listening to the tide coming in, wave after wave sloshing over the various barricades, wish-wash, wish-wash, the rhythm of heartbeat. He would so like to b... - #8
Save:A beautifully ambitious, immersive, and challenging read - rewarding if you like your speculative fiction dense, diverse, and daring, but not for readers seeking a light or conventional adventure.
Ket kept her eyes down. Her brother was rarely angry, but he was still a giant, a hand taller than even their captain of the guard. He drew his spear and circled, the point leveled at her, as if appro... - #9
Save:A thought-provoking, character-driven dystopian novel great for fans of rich narratives and contemporary themes - just be ready for an open ending that lingers after the last page.
Short, powerful, and essential - this book turns headlines into human stories and is a must-read for anyone wanting to understand the real cost of immigration policy.
“Why did you come to the United States?” That’s the first question on the intake questionnaire for unaccompanied child migrants. The questionnaire is used in the federal immigration court in New York...
