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This Is How You Lose Her
240 pages, 2013
fiction
1382 booksOn a beach in the Dominican Republic, a doomed relationship flounders. In a New Jersey laundry room, a woman does her lover’s washing and thinks about his wife. In Boston, a man buys his love child, his only son, a first baseball bat, and glove.
At the heart of these stories is the irrepressible, irresistible Yunior, a young hardhead whose longing for love is equaled only by his recklessness--and by the extraordinary women he loves and loses.
In prose that is endlessly energetic, inventive, tender, and funny, these stories lay bare the infinite longing and inevitable weakness of the human heart. They remind us that passion always triumphs over experience and that “the half-life of love is forever.”
In 'This Is How You Lose Her', Junot Díaz explores the complexity of love and relationships. He shows us that love isn't always pretty or easy. It's messy, it's hard, and it often hurts. But it's also beautiful and worth fighting for. So, if you're in a relationship or looking for love, this book might give you a new perspective.
Díaz digs into the influence of culture and identity on our lives. He shows how being a Dominican immigrant in America shapes the main character's experiences and decisions. If you're interested in understanding how culture and identity can impact a person's life, you should definitely check out this book.
Junot Díaz doesn't shy away from showing the consequences of infidelity. He shows us how cheating can destroy relationships and leave lasting scars. If you've ever been cheated on or have cheated, this book might help you see things from a different angle.
In 'This Is How You Lose Her', Díaz explores the power of redemption. He shows us that it's never too late to change and make amends. If you've made mistakes in your life and are looking for a way to make things right, this book might inspire you.
Junot Díaz takes a look at the struggle of masculinity, especially in the Latino culture. He shows how societal expectations can lead to toxic masculinity and how it can affect relationships. If you're interested in gender studies or want to understand more about masculinity, this book is a must-read.
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Díaz transmutes dreadful life experiences into gold. 'This Is How You Lose Her' is a testament to his remarkable talents.
Michiko Kakutani - Literary CriticDíaz's prose is so engaging, so propulsive that you reach the end of the book before you know it.
Héctor Tobar - Journalist, AuthorDíaz's ability to be both conversational and formal, slangy and lofty, can make your head spin in the best way.
Leah Hager Cohen - Author, CriticDíaz's gift lies in his ability to make you feel as though you are experiencing the story firsthand. He is a master of voice and vernacular.
Sam Sacks - Book CriticDíaz's 'This Is How You Lose Her' is a collection of stories that are as raw and vibrant as life itself.
Ron Charles - Editor, Critic
