Kevin González just won a Whiting Award for his upcoming memoir. Here’s the citation from the award committee:
“Artful and unique, Juracán is a timely salvo directed at a blind spot in mainstream American consciousness. González’s voice grabs you by the collar, as funny and combative in its critique of imperialism as it is sympathetic and wise in its portraits of the author’s family. Formally experimental but eminently readable, this mashup of memoir and cultural history is a joy and an education, a book that could become a classic.”
For more info and a brief talk by the author, click here:
Sounds really interesting. It's been a while since I read a novel from the male perspective. I can't wait to check it out.