eissme

eissme is now reading Telex from Cuba.

eissme has read In Cuba I Was a German Shepherd.

“ These short stories were vivid. I had never thought much about exiles living in the US and this book gave some interesting perspectives. I didn't love all of the stories, equally, however. ” (see full review)

• Rated 4 stars

eissme has read Why We Broke Up.

“ This book is told in Min's unique voice. She is edgy and has such a big heart, it is impossible not to love her by page 5. I enjoyed her story and her affair with Ed. The writing reminded me... ” (see full review)

• Rated 5 stars

eissme has read Lonely Planet Enduring Cuba (Lonely Planet Journeys (Travel Literature)).

“ This was an interesting portrayal of life in Cuba at the beginning of the millennium. I read it because I am contemplating a trip to Cuba and I wanted to get a first hand account of what it might... ” (see full review)

• Rated 4 stars

eissme has read Your Voice in My Head.

“ This book is almost 5 stars. It was really hard to put down because of the lovely writing and stream-of-consciousness flow. I really felt like I was in the mind of Emma as she was struggling. I... ” (see full review)

• Rated 4 stars