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American Street

7.40

Good

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description American Street Overview

2017 YA debut novel by Ibi Zoboi about a Haitian-American girl adjusting to life in Detroit after her mother is detained at the U.S. border; a National Book Award finalist.

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American Street ranks #53 of 60 in the Bildungsroman ranking, behind Who Has Seen the Wind, ahead of Paul and Virginia.

Well-reviewed YA debut with timely immigration themes; uneven plotting and moderate reader consensus keep it mid-strong.

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How good is American Street?

American Street scores 7.40/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Bildungsroman category. Well-reviewed YA debut with timely immigration themes; uneven plotting and moderate reader consensus keep it mid-strong.

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