Lost Children Archive

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LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2019, this powerful English-language debut explores the intertwined journeys of two families. A family from New York embarks on a road trip, heading southwest to the Apacheria. The mother, father, son, and daughter drive through deserts and mountains, stopping at diners and motels. The little girl lightens the mood with surreal knock-knock jokes, while the boy corrects their mistakes. However, tension simmers between the parents, who barely communicate. Concurrently, thousands of children from Central America and Mexico journey north toward the U.S. border, carrying only a few belongings packed by relatives. They are guided by a coyote, who intimidates them. These children cross rivers on rubber tubes and trek for days, conserving food and water. Their perilous journey includes climbing onto freight trains, with many facing uncertain fates. In a breathtaking literary feat, the narrative weaves together these two journeys, creating a masterful tale that reflects on the human experience in an often inhumane world. It is a moving and urgent story that resonates deeply with contemporary issues.