'Heartstopping... doesn't let up... you will urge them on; fists clenched' The Times An extraordinary story of the lengths a mother will go to to save her son; AMERICAN DIRT has sold over 2 million copies worldwide. It's time to read what you've been missing. Lydia Perez owns a bookshop in Acapulco; Mexico; and is married to a fearless journalist. Luca; their eight-year-old son; completes the picture. But it only takes a bullet to rip them apart. In a city in the grip of a drug cartel; friends become enemies overnight; and Lydia has no choice but to flee with Luca at her side. North for the border... whatever it takes to stay alive. The journey is dangerous - not only for them; but for those they encounter along the way. Who can be trusted? And what sacrifices is Lydia prepared to make? *An Instant New York Times #1 Bestseller 2020* *An Instant Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller 2020* *Over 2 million copies sold globally* *A Richard and Judy Bookclub Pick* *An Oprah's Book Club Pick* *A BBC Radio 4 Book at Bedtime*