BOOK BRIEF

After the Last Border: Two Families and the Story of Refuge in America

Jessica Goudeau
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After the Last Border: Two Families and the Story of Refuge in America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Jessica Goudeau

After the Last Border: Two Families and the Story of Refuge in America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Austin, Texas • 2000s-2010s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

After the Last Border: Two Families and the Story of Refuge in America by Jessica Goudeau examines the lives of two refugee families, one from Myanmar and the other from Syria, as they navigate resettlement in America. The book highlights their struggles and resilience while exploring broader themes of immigration policy and refugee experiences in the U.S.

Informative

Emotional

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.6

2,053 ratings

92%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jessica Goudeau's After the Last Border is widely praised for its compelling narrative and empathetic portrayal of refugee experiences in America. The book's strength lies in its detailed depiction of personal stories intertwined with historical context. Some critiques highlight a desire for broader perspectives, but overall, it offers a poignant insight into resilience and humanity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read After the Last Border: Two Families and the Story of Refuge in America?

Ideal readers of After the Last Border are those interested in immigration, human rights, and social justice. Comparable to What Is the What by Dave Eggers, it appeals to readers who appreciate personal narratives intertwined with broader historical and political contexts.

4.6

2,053 ratings

92%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Austin, Texas • 2000s-2010s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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