Efrén Divided A Novel
Efrén Divided A Novel by Ernesto Cisneros, published by HarperCollinsPublishers in 2020, is a poignant exploration of family dynamics and the challenges faced by undocumented families in the United States. This edition spans 263 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Efrén Nava, who views his mother, Amá, as his Superwoman. As Efrén navigates the complexities of his life, he grapples with the fear of losing his family due to their undocumented status, which becomes a harsh reality when Amá is deported to Tijuana, Mexico.
In this narrative, Efrén must step up to support his younger siblings, Max and Mía, while managing his own school responsibilities and the pressures of his best friend’s school campaign. The book delves into themes of resilience and the bonds of family, as Efrén faces the daunting task of crossing the border alone to reunite with his mother. Efrén Divided addresses social topics relevant to Hispanic and Latino communities, offering insights into the struggles of family and the impact of immigration on everyday life.
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Efrén Nava’s Amá is his Superwoman–or Soperwoman, named after the delicious Mexican sopes hist mother often prepares for the family. Both Amá and Apá work hard all day to provide for the family, making sure Efrén and his younger siblings Max and Mía feel safe and loved. But Efrén worries about his parents; although he’s American-born, his parents are undocumented. And according to the neighborhood talk, or local chisme, families like his are in great danger. Sure enough, Efréns worst nightmare comes true one day when Amá doesn’t return from work and is deported across the border to Tijuana, Mexico. Now it’s up to Efrén to be brave and figure out how to act soper himself. While Apá takes an extra job to earn the money needed to get her back, Efrén struggles to look after Max and Mía, while also dealing with schoolwork, his best friend’s probably-doomed campaign for school president, and his fears about what might happen to his family next. When disasters strikes, Efrén is faced with crossing the border alone to see Amá. More than ever, he must channel his inner Soperboy to help keep his family together. Efrén Divided is a story about family, friendship, and tearing down the walls being built between us all. —
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