The Barbarian Nurseries by Héctor Tobar
The novel explores the intersecting lives of an affluent Los Angeles family and their Mexican live-in maid, Araceli. When the parents abruptly leave their home after a marital dispute, Araceli is left to care for their two young sons. As the situation becomes increasingly complicated, she embarks on a journey across Southern California to find the boys' grandfather, leading to a media frenzy and a legal battle that highlights issues of immigration, class, and cultural identity. Through this narrative, the book delves into the complexities of modern American life and the often unseen struggles of those who work behind the scenes.
- Published
- 2011
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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