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Indivisible Hardcover – May 4, 2021

by Daniel Aleman (Author)

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This timely, moving debut novel follows a teen's efforts to keep his family together as his parents face deportation.

Mateo Garcia and his younger sister, Sophie, have been taught to fear one word for as long as they can remember: deportation. Over the past few years, however, the fear that their undocumented immigrant parents could be sent back to Mexico started to fade. Ma and Pa have been in the United States for so long, they have American-born children, and they're hard workers and good neighbors. When Mateo returns from school one day to find that his parents have been taken by ICE, he realizes that his family's worst nightmare has become a reality. With his parents' fate and his own future hanging in the balance, Mateo must figure out who he is and what he is capable of, all as he's forced to question what it means to be an American.

Daniel Aleman's Indivisible is a remarkable story—both powerful in its explorations of immigration in America and deeply intimate in its portrait of a teen boy driven by his fierce, protective love for his parents and his sister.

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400 pages
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English
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Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Publication date

May 4, 2021
Grade level

9 - 12
Reading age

14 - 18 years
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5.95 x 1.55 x 8.5 inches
ISBN-10

0759556059
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978-0759556058
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Gr 9 Up-Mateo is a Mexican American teenager with dreams of stardom. He and his friend Adam want to be drama students at the prestigious Tisch School at NYU. He begins to doubt that dream when another actor at an audition makes a racist comment. Mateo has always had trouble sewing together all of the different parts of his identity. He's never felt fully Mexican or fully American. Mateo is a brother, son, actor, part-time worker at his father's bodega, and gay. He knows he loves watching telenovelas with his mother and hanging out with his best friends Kimmie, who is half Korean, and Adam, who is Italian American. Mateo's carefully constructed path to acting school is disrupted when his mother and father are arrested by ICE agents. The protagonist has to figure out how to keep his father's business afloat, manage new living conditions, and still maintain a positive disposition at school. He feels ill-equipped to deal with the adult responsibilities that have been placed on him. The foundation of his world begins to crumble as Mateo tries to figure out how to support his sister and his parents in a new uncertain landscape. This is a novel about the human face of the immigrant community and is an insightful look at U.S. immigration policy and the families it affects. The uncertainty and heartbreak faced by families separated by deportation is brilliantly displayed. The friendships are genuine and the characters multifaceted. VERDICT This title is ideal for public and school libraries looking for a coming-of-age novel that explores the issues of immigration.-Desiree Thomas, Worthington Lib., OHα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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"Indivisible is a deeply moving tribute to those caught between two worlds in the immigration crisis in America—a potent reminder that no human being is illegal, and that hundreds of thousands of children in this situation are forced to grow up too quickly. Although this is fiction, it’s far too real."―Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Book of Two Ways

"Indivisible is a powerful story about family, friendship, and home. In a world divided by so many labels, this story is a reminder that there are no boundaries for love. It shines a light on the difficult choices people make for their family and community, and reminds us that each family is a little world. Mateo, Sophie, and their parents are now part of my heart."―Yamile Saied Méndez, author of Pura Belpré Inaugural YA Award winner Furia

“As heart-wrenching a tale as it is, Indivisible is also a heartening tribute to the power and endurance of familial love."―Adi Alsaid, author of Let's Get Lost and North of Happy

"Indivisible is a heartbreakingly poignant and timely coming-of-age story of the human cost of a morally bankrupt immigration policy. This book is an unforgettable chronicle of the fiercest, indomitable love and devotion."―Jeff Zentner, Morris Award-winning author of The Serpent King

"Both a gripping, harrowing story about an American tragedy and a moving portrait of the bonds of family and unexpected community, Indivisible somehow never loses its humor, its humanity or its hope."―Kelly Loy Gilbert, author of Stonewall Honor Book Picture Us In the Light

"Daniel Aleman is a fearless writer who never shies away from the complexity of his premise, yet gives Mateo such agency and drive, you never lose hope as a reader. A total miracle of a book."―Adam Sass, author of Surrender Your Sons

“In his moving debut novel, Daniel Aleman skillfully paints a story of how injustice rips us apart, friendships and family gathers our broken pieces, and hope slowly stitches us back together. Indivisible belongs on every shelf.”―Julian Winters, award-winning author of Running With Lions

"Indivisible is an intimate and emotional portrait of a family trying to survive under the threat of deportation, with a deeply sensitive and resilient narrator at its center. It’s a powerful story of finding strength: strength to hold a family together as their worst fear becomes reality, and strength to learn who you are, what you want and the person you hope to become. At times heartbreaking, ultimately uplifting, this book is a poignant story we need."―Julia Drake, author of The Last True Poets of the Sea

* “Stellar, clear and emotional, realistic and suspenseful. The story is complex and heart-wrenching, yet full of hope and familial love.”―Booklist, starred review

* “[This] thoroughly openhearted debut … will leave an indelible mark on the hearts of readers.” ―Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Heart-wrenching.... An ode to the children of migrants."―Kirkus Reviews

"Insightful.... The uncertainty and heartbreak faced by families separated by deportation is brilliantly displayed."―SLJ

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (May 4, 2021)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 400 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0759556059
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0759556058
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 14 - 18 years
Grade level ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.13 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.95 x 1.55 x 8.5 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #1,015,845 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #140 in Teen & Young Adult Fiction about Emigration & Immigration
- #840 in Teen & Young Adult Siblings Fiction
- #1,635 in Teen & Young Adult Coming of Age Fiction

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Daniel Aleman was born and raised in Mexico City. A graduate of McGill University, he is passionate about books, coffee, and Mexican food. After spending time in Montreal and the New York City area, he now lives in Toronto, where he is on a never-ending search for the best tacos in the city. You can connect with him on Twitter (@Dan_Aleman), Instagram (@danaleman) or at danielaleman.com

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Kasee B.

An absolute must-read!

Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2021

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Gosh. I'm not even sure I have words for how much I loved this book.

"Indivisible" tells the story of Mateo and his efforts to keep his family together as his parents face deportation. It's powerful in its explorations of immigration in America and tells a deeply intimate portrait of a teen boy driven by his fierce, protective love for his parents and his sister.

I couldn't put it down once I started, and was completely engrossed from beginning to end. What a beautiful and important book -- tender and heart-wrenching and resonant. The writing was beautiful and meaningful without being flower-y or over-the-top, the characters were real and well-developed, and the story is incredibly important and impactful. ...Just wow.

It's a book I'm going to be thinking about -- and recommending to everyone -- for a long time. (I know I'm also going to be buying several copies for myself!) An incredibly moving and important debut. Adding Daniel to my list of auto-buy authors!

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scohen

Such an important read!

Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2023

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As a teacher, I read this book before putting it in my classroom library. I never expected to love it as much as I did. The story is powerful and so timely for our country. If every American read a book like this, they might show a little more compassion toward immigrants in our country. I can’t wait to give a book talk on this for my 8th graders!

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Emotional Rollercoaster ** some spoilers **

Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2020

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I had expected a book that told a story and that I would be captivated. I expected emotional disappointments in a story about illegal immigrants. What I did not expect was to be stuck processing a story I could not put down.
Mateo is the high school aged son of two illegal immigrants from Mexico. His sister is just six when the story starts. Their lives are not comfortable, but they have what they need in New York City.
Mateo is dealing with being in high school, wanting to achieve his dreams of going to college, becoming an actor, and keeping his family safe. Like most teens, Mateo does not process things that are not in front of him. This is what caught me and made me believe Mateo. Once Mateo's parents are picked up by ICE, Immigration Customs Enforcement, Mateo knows he needs to take care of his sister and that becomes his ultimate priority. School doesn't matter. Only keeping Sophie safe and cared for is his dominant thought. But Mateo struggles and has no one to turn to, Mateo strives for the wall of silence that his parents imposed on Mateo from the moment they told him they were illegal immigrants when he was six years old.
There were some plot pieces I found challenging, mostly surrounding Mateo's command of the English language. Mateo, being the son of immigrants would have been more fluent in Spanish than he demonstrates in the story. Kimmie's parents who are known to help in their community and are close with their daughter, never discuss how much Mateo kept to himself and how much he might have struggled in the months since his parents were taken by ICE. A few things that also were challenges-- after Mateo's visit with the Immigration Court, there were visits by Child Protective Services since Mateo and Sophie were not living with genetic family.
What warmed me about the story, though the entire arc of the story did not surprise me in the least, the way the community rallied for Mateo and Sophie, not just the people close to the family. It spoke to the nature of the connectivity of immigration no matter where one is that community builds up over time. The story is a great connector to modern friendships of teenagers and how friendships truly matter to teens no matter where they are.

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Kate

The world needs this story.

Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2021

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Daniel Aleman's INDIVISIBLE is one of those books that you can't put down, but also one that you have to set aside periodically because you're afraid your heart might break if you turn the page. It's an important and timely story about immigration, but even more than that, it's a story about the very real and very painful experience of one family, and one teen, in particular. Mateo's heart is in every sentence, and his fear, his shame, and his determination to be there for his sister will bring you to tears. This story belongs on every shelf, in every library, and in every classroom. I'll be handing it to my own kids, and recommending it to everyone I know.

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Beautiful stpry

Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2022

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An emotional page Turner. Should be required reading. You cannot help but identify with this family. And all the others like then

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Kristin Myers

Should recommend it!

Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2021

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I loved the meaning of family. It talks about the inseparable moments that summarizes the story. Family is the most important thing because they can never be separated, but within our hearts when they are no longer with us.

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Agnarok

Amazing start! Hard to believe that is this authors’ first published book.

Reviewed in Mexico on September 23, 2021

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Fast-paced, light and easy-to-read fiction novel that explores some rough and controversial topics (experienced through the eyes of a teenager) such as illegal immigration, deportation and LGBTQ life choices. Most importantly, the core focus of this book is family love, friendship, and overcoming great difficulties together. Highly recommended for young and mature open-minded readers who are looking for a moving and inspiring story.

Leyla Demirel

An emotional & powerful read, but a fantastic read from start to finish.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 4, 2021

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This was my most anticipated read of 2021. I’ve been waiting for this release date eagerly, so I can read the book and see what it has in store. Today, I consumed the whole book in one day and it did not disappoint. It’s been a long time since I consumed a book in this way, since I’ve put life and all other duties and current reads on hold, to just read a book start to finish in one day. But it was so worth it. The book was worth every day I’ve waited for the release. Every word on every page more than made up for it.

This is an emotional read. It’s heartbreaking and hard hitting so so powerful. My heart broke for Matteo and Sophie as they kept getting knocked down by life again and again. I felt their heartbreak, their hope, their feelings of loneliness through the pages.

I love how the book is about Matteo’s parents getting taken by ICE - but that’s not *all* it’s about. Daniel Aleman covers how this affects not only Matteo and Sophie, but their friends and family too. You see the impact their parents had on their local community and how loved they are, realising how much harder them being taken by ICE is.

By this I mean - this book is about family, friendship, community, kindness, belonging, isolation, hope. It’s about life carrying on when Matteo has really been beat down by everything. It covers so many themes and feelings and emotions in such an impactful way. It works beautifully.

I want to add that Matteo is a character I just want to hug and make everything better for. He cares so much for his family and friends, you can feel his anxiety and fear through the words - especially as they heighten.

I also love how Matteo is such a real character. Sometimes he doesn’t handle situations in the best way - mainly with his friends. Having him openly admit this and tell himself that he is at fault here, but then reading him actively doing better and changing before our eyes is beautifully refreshing. Matteo is going through a LOT so I think the actions he takes in the book can be forgiven, but having a realistic character in a book - someone who is human and does make mistakes but uses them to learn and grow - is something I will never, ever tire of. Daniel Aleman has written this so well in the book that despite all this - I still absolutely adore Matteo and only want the best for him and his family.

The book was paced so well - always wanting me to read more and more (hence my reading it all in one day). I loved the unexpectedness. How the book didn’t go where I was expecting at all throughout from start to finish, but it far from disappointed me.

This book was just fantastic. It’s raw, honest, and has had me consistently in tears throughout today as I’ve read it. I truly can’t recommend it enough.

Ana MF

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Reviewed in Mexico on October 25, 2021

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Te involucras y encariñas con los personajes desde un inicio. Te sientes parte de la historia y todo es muy familiar, además de generar conciencia sobre uno de los problemas de mayor actualidad a la que se enfrentan los migrantes.

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