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Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez
4.0
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

If you’re looking for a book that has the perfect balance of struggles, perseverance, latinx rep, with a dash of romance, then this book is for you.

Set in 2017 following the devastating hurricane in Puerto Rico, In this book we follow Olga who is a famous wedding planner. We learn about her rise to fame through reality tv. It’s a true “rags to riches” story. Along the way we start to learn about Olga family and the dynamics that contributed to the person she has become.

We also learn about Olga’s brother a congressman who is closeted out of fear of not only what his sexual identity will do to his career but also how his family will perceive him.

This book is packed with activism, sticking it to the 1%, and shows what happens when family secrets become to much to bear

Overall, I enjoyed this story. I especially enjoyed listening to the audiobook. I found it difficult to put down. My only critic is how it ended. I’m not sure if I loved it, or hated it. It was a great read and I can’t wait to read more from this author