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Reyna Grande
Reyna Grande is the author of the memoir The Distance Between Us. Her writing often explores themes of immigration and family.
The Distance Between Us
- Pages
- 336
- Published
- 2013
- Language
- English
Synopsis
Reyna Grande's powerful memoir about her childhood is adapted for a middle-grade audience. After her parents immigrate to the U.S. for a better life, Reyna and her siblings are left behind in Mexico with their grandmother. Eventually, Reyna makes the journey to join her father in America, facing the challenges of a new culture and family.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this book have a sequel?
The author continued her personal narrative in the 2018 book A Dream Called Home, which details her experiences as a first-generation college student and her transition into adulthood.
Is there a version of this book for younger readers?
A specific adaptation of the original memoir was published for middle-grade readers, which earned the 2017 International Literacy Association Children's Book Award.