Jeanine Cummins

1 summaryLiterary Fiction, Thriller, Historical Fiction

Jeanine Cummins is an American author known for her fiction, particularly her novel "American Dirt," which explores the harrowing journey of a mother and son fleeing drug cartel violence in Mexico. The book has garnered significant attention and sparked discussions about immigration and identity. Cummins' work often addresses themes of race, culture, and resilience.

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Books by Jeanine Cummins

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American Dirt
Jeanine Cummins
4.3 (176k) average on GoodreadsLiterary Fiction
After her journalist husband exposes a cartel boss, a Mexican bookstore owner and her son are thrust into a harrowing journey as migrants, desperately fleeing north on 'la bestia' to escape the cartel's vengeful reach.