This is a work of non-fiction, the first by this author, in which Villavicencio documents the lives of undocumented Americans and the things that they experience as a result of their status. She highlights experiences based upon geographical location, including, but not limited to, Miami, Flint and Cleveland. She also reflects upon her own experiences as an undocumented youth on DACA and in a university setting. She also specifically reflects upon immigration and its impact on her relationship with her family and mental health.
While the book definitely had some poignant and highly emotional moments, I thought that it was more genuine then say an influencer on social media - these are real people with real issues and real lives and it highlights the impact that policy has on them. Villavicencio managed to convey the lives of the people through her own lens while still respecting them and that same experience as one that was personal to them. This isn't necessarily an easy balance to strike. This book was also essential to beginning to convey an understanding of the daily lives of undocumented Americans because these aren't stories that are highlighted in the news.
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