"Are you ever planning on going back to Cuba?", she asked.
Not sure I can "go back" to a place I have never been to ma'am" I said.
My blood and my palate may be Cuban, but my birth and my soul are American. It is the homelessness of two homelands.
Meeting the author, defining his identity through fiction
PJ Larra's parents escaped Cuba in 1961. Born in the US, loving the Dolphins, pastelitos, Cheeseburgers, apple pie and platanitos, his life is an Arroz with Mango, the title of his first novel.
Los padres de PJ Larra escaparon de Cuba en 1961. Nacido en Estados Unidos, amante de los Dolphins, pastelitos, hamburguesas con queso, pasteles de manzana y los platanitos, su vida es un Arroz with Mango, el titulo de su primer libro.
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Reader Testimonials Unveiled
"Arroz with Mango is a literary compass for those navigating the labyrinth of identity, guiding you through the intricate passages of self-discovery. It's a celebration of diversity, a recognition of the ever-evolving nature of cultural identity, and a poignant reminder that, in the end, our shared human experience transcends borders".
- Mariela DomĂnguez
"In a world where the search for belonging is a universal quest, Arroz with Mango stands out as a beacon of understanding, offering a narrative that transcends cultural boundaries. It's a literary exploration that leaves an indelible mark, prompting us to reflect on our own journeys of self-discovery and the beauty that emerges from embracing the mosaic of identity".
- Brian Kipper
