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Katherine Boo: Behind the beautiful forevers (2011, Random House) 4 stars

The dramatic and sometimes heartbreaking story of families striving toward a better life in one …

Review of 'Behind the beautiful forevers' on 'Goodreads'

3 stars

I'm still thinking about this book.

So much poverty. So much corruption. So much sadness. I am so glad I read this book. I am glad I live in America, and I feel a little guilty for the easy life I lead. I hadn't stopped to consider that so much of your start in life depends on your birthplace. The people chronicled in this book started out on the wrong side of luck and never found their way out. It's hard to believe that so many people live like this in Mumbai. A powerful story.