A brutal recounting of an unimaginable journey…taken by so many children and families who try, and sometimes succeed, to cross the US Mexican border

This book is a good read. It makes me have a different perspective on life. I can’t imagine being Javier’s age and traveling by myself with strangers all the way to the US. This little boy had so much hope for himself and others. The way he cared for his second family is heart warming. I recommend this book!

What an incredible and relatable journey. I will praise this book for a lifetime. One of the best books I’ve ever read.

As my mother and father both passed the boarder to come give their three kids a better life, this was very eye opening. I was two when my parents crossed, so i never knew that their experience was as bad as they made it out to be. But reading this book and putting myself in Javier’s place opened my eyes to feel what my parents felt when they cross to come here. The ending was a beautiful ending and even amazing how many people reunite with family after being separated for so many years.

I haven’t cried this hard at the end of a book ever. His fake family who helped him through are incredible.

It’s such a well told story it’s made me cry, laugh and feel so many more emotions. It’s even crazier when you think about how it’s a true story. 10/10

What a perspective!😳 Started & couldn’t put the book down. Opened my eyes to another world. So many emotions.

Could not put this book down. The strength of a young boy and the compassion and love from strangers brings tears to my eyes. Great read.

Simply couldn’t let go of this book.

Just loved this entire book! So heavy on my heart! I hope Javier finds Patricia,Carla, and Chino!