Hombrecito

In Hombrecito, a finalist for the New York Public Library Young Lions Fiction Award, Santiago Jose Sanchez explores the profound journey of a young immigrant navigating his queer identity and complex relationships, particularly with his mother and homeland. After leaving Colombia for Miami, he grapples with his mother's transformation from a doctor to a waitress, the pain of her emotional absence, and his own search for belonging. As he moves to New York, his encounters with love and intimacy mirror his quest for self-discovery. Returning to Colombia with his mother, he confronts his past, seeking reconciliation with his family and his own identity in this beautifully rendered coming-of-age tale.