A Book to Read and Love: The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao - Junot Diaz

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A short summary of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao:

The challenges of growing up Dominican.


Questions to ponder while reading The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao:

Have you ever struggled for acceptance?

What challenges have you had to overcome?

My thoughts about The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar  Wao:

A gut-wrenching journey through the Dominican Republic.

Culturally enlightening.

A great way to practice your Spanish.





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