First published 2024
Luis Miranda opens his story as a young Puerto Rican activist with radical ideas about change. He moves through the corridors of New York and national politics, offering advice and solving problems for decades. Miranda builds Latino communities while navigating the complex world of American political power. His son Lin-Manuel creates the musical Hamilton, bringing unexpected fame to the family. Hurricane Maria devastates Puerto Rico, testing Miranda's resolve and commitment to his homeland. Through victories and setbacks, Miranda examines how Latino culture shapes American politics. He reveals what his journey teaches about immigration, community building, and the changing face of political influence. The memoir captures both personal transformation and broader shifts in American demographics and society.
Genres: biography, american, political-science, politics, memoir, activism
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: family-secrets, personal-transformation
Setting: New York, Puerto Rico
Period: 20th-century, 21st-century
248 pages · Kindle Edition · Grand Central Publishing