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A Non Stop Listen

Revisado: 08-10-24

An absolutely awesome listen. The writing was on point. I did not see the end coming and even though I would have loved more, I simply did not want it to end. Good stuff.

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SPEECHLESS

Revisado: 03-18-22

I was born on an island 90 mi from Cuba and have been on this earth over 5 decades now. I am ashamed to say that I was ignorant of the struggle of my brothers and sisters in that land.

The writing of this book is simply genius genius, let’s just get that out of the way.

It was like reading a million individual biographies of both the land and the people. And wow…the details were just beyond words (see what I did there?).

As it got closer to President Castro, I knew it was rounding the bend and would me ending soon - a deep sadness came over me. By the epilogue, with the reference to Teodoro Ramos Blanco, someone was cutting onions so I had to take a pause and grab a tissue.

Yeah…it was a pretty emotional ride for me.

I suppose reflecting on the history of suffering and struggle of peoples (my peoples) of the Caribbean basin and Latin America that continues to this day, reading a book like this provides perspective; and when it is as well researched and beautifully written, as this is - that’s a bonus.

Thank you Ms Ferrer…thank you very very much.

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Wow! Insightful, Moving and Thought Provoking.

Revisado: 10-11-20

The research is absolutely first rate.

For anyone who wants a proper and full understanding of the long, deep and painful price paid by blacks in this long American experiment, this is a must read. In fact, this should be added as required reading in all American high schools.

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NON STOP LISTENING!

Revisado: 06-02-20

Absolutely enjoyed every second of this read. Performance was impeccable.

I would absolutely recommend and can’t wait for the movie.

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Non-stop Reading

Revisado: 02-23-20

Masterfully written and produced.

It was so good, I had to speed up the reading to keep pace with my desire as the story unfold.

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Absolutely First Rate

Revisado: 02-12-20

I have learned so much about human nature in this read. This was a masterclass. Well written and well read.

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Wow!! Awesome Awesome Awesome

Revisado: 01-10-20

Pressed go and did not stop until the end. This definitely is a no coddling zone. Gary gets to the point and gives it to you straight...no BS.

Totally enjoyed every second of it; and well read too. Now am pumped and read to go.

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Absolutely Engrossing!

Revisado: 12-13-19

I could not put this down for a second; loved every minute of this book. We need more of these stories.

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Absolutely Awesome!

Revisado: 12-12-19

Refreshing, funny and brilliant. This woman has something to say; hard not to listen the entire book in just one sitting.

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Loved it from Beginning to End

Revisado: 06-29-19

Honestly, hoped Homer was standing at the end.

Anyway, the writing was captivating. It was as though I was watching a moving. It was vivid, colorful, captivating and engrossing. I found myself at time biting my lips with rage, wanting to cast my own blow.

The locations are locations I am familiar with from my childhood, so that also added to my interest. I can't say it enough - I loved it!

I am now a big fan and can't wait to read the rest of Marlon James.

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