Who should read these novels by and about immigrants, their second generation immigrant children, and refugees? Everyone. They tell a myriad of stories, reflecting countless experiences, but sharing a few things in common. Like the feeling of being an outsider. Of not being recognized as a citizen of their own country. Of being resented for being different. Things that I (and maybe you as well?), a white American, have never had to experience. It's said that reading fiction makes a person more empathetic. These books will also make you think.