39 pages • 1 hour read
Sonia NazarioEnrique's Journey
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2005A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario, Enrique, a young boy from Honduras, sets out on a perilous journey to the United States to reunite with his mother, Lourdes, who left years earlier to find work. His trek involves multiple failed attempts, dangerous encounters with gangs, and risky travel atop trains. Eventually, Enrique reaches North Carolina, where he reunites with Lourdes, grappling with complex emotions and the ongoing responsibilities to his loved ones left behind. The book addresses sensitive topics such as drug addiction and family separation.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario is widely praised for its compelling portrayal of a young boy's perilous journey from Honduras to the U.S. Critics commend its emotional depth, journalistic rigor, and humanizing of immigration issues. However, some argue the narrative can be repetitive and occasionally lacks a broader political context. Overall, it's a gripping and enlightening read.
Who Should Read Enrique's Journey?
A reader who would enjoy Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario is likely interested in compelling, true stories of immigration, resilience, and social justice. Comparable to readers of The Distance Between Us by Reyna Grande and The Devil's Highway by Luis Alberto Urrea, they seek narratives that highlight human strength amid adversity.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
830L