I really loved this book. The way the author describes his experience and his view on the world kept me hooked. Matt has a way with words and is very sensitive and generous. I felt like underlying many parts of the text which resonated with me and I'm pretty sure I will reread this book (something I rarely do).
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José Pedro Dias rated American Like Me: 4 stars

American Like Me by America Ferrera
America Ferrera has always felt wholly American, and yet, her identity is inextricably linked to her parents’ homeland and Honduran …
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Review of 'Simple passion' on 'Goodreads'
3 stars
I didn’t like reading this book. The character seems completely out of control and has no respect for herself - this sentiment is painfully clear. The prose is direct. Written as a diary of love and despair. The last few pages show some insight which leaves me breathing a bit better but overall it was a short and painful trip.
(I wonder whether the original french prose is better than the portuguese translation)