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This is the remarkable story of a family who lived in Cuba when Castro first assumed power. The hardships the Cuban people faced, the disenchantment with a leader who promised more than he would ever deliver, and the transformation of everything people once knew as their homeland is chilling. This book recounts the author's own real life experiences and gives a voice to her mother's love, hardship, perseverance, and complete commitment to getting her children out of Cuba since before they were even born. From her mother's selfless nature when she first met her future husband (who was dating and engaged to someone else), to her unwavering stance on being a faithful wife and mother, to her willingness to accept a long separation from her husband knowing he was unfaithful at times, to her single minded focus on pushing the limits of her own abilities and sensibilities to protect her family, Laura is a woman we can cheer on, laugh and cry with, and admire for her courage. If you ever wanted to know and experience what life under Castro was like for the average family in Cuba after 1946, "Waiting on Zapote Street" will answer those questions in a truly practical and intimate way.


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Waiting on Zapote Street Love and Loss in Castro Cuba eBook Betty Viamontes Reviews

A very good friend of mine recently completed this memoir-style book about her and her family’s life which I found to be an incredible and insightful story about life in Cuba. My friend’s name is Betty Viamontes and she is a Tampa resident who has lived in the area for approximately 35 years. Betty and her mother, sister and brother arrived to Florida together during the Mariel boatlift emigration on April 28, 1980. Much of the book is about what happened to her family in the years before this very impactful day (this April marks the 35th anniversary of the Mariel boatlifts).

The majority of the book is based on Betty’s memories of life in Cuba as well as her mother’s journals that her mom kept over the years. The journals that Betty’s mom had written were kept in an old suitcase by her mom and were found by Betty and her siblings on the day their mother passed away, along with letters and notes to family members. The book was initially started after her Mom’s cancer diagnosis about 10 years before her mom passed away. After Betty lost her mom, it was too difficult to continue writing, but after the needed time to heal, she again was inspired, especially after she was able to read the journals which she had not been able to touch for about two years. Betty recently finished the book at the end of February and the reviews since completion have been nothing short of excellent. In addition, with today’s changing political relationship with Cuba, the book is a great read for those who have curiosity about Cuban life and culture or for those who one day would like to visit Cuba.
Waiting on Zapote Street is the best book ever! Once I started reading the book I couldn't put it down. I'm an avid reader and enjoy historical fiction, even more so with this book because the writing style flows so well when telling about life in Cuba from multiple family member's perspective. The author's style of writing and content brings the characters to life. I felt like I was in a movie with the characters instead of just reading a book. I hope this story becomes a movie, it's so enjoyable, thought provoking, and emotional reading about this family's journey and it helps me understand what my Cuban friends have experienced. Thank you Betty Viamontes for sharing this story! I'm looking forward to hearing more from this wonderful author.
I too came from a communist country of China when I was 16. Unlike the characters in the book, I was fortunate enough to have both of my parents' love and support. After reading this book, it really made me appreciate the "normal" things we take for granted, from a can of soda, ability to buy food we want from a store, to not have to be limited by food rationing (I remember this from childhood), freedom of expression, religion, and a simple telephone call. I will think twice before I complain about any first world problems, such as when the restaurant food isn't to my expectation or why my Apple Facetime picture quality is not 1080P perfect! The main female character's love, courage, dedication and selfless sacrifice for her children and family future and freedom is a true amazing tale of the "American Dream."
This book provides an eye-opening and very poignant look into the lives of individual people living through Castro's revolution and dictatorship. I grew up in South Florida with many Cuban friends and co-workers, and I followed the Mariel boat lift in the local paper. Still I had no idea what it was really like, and the suffering that ordinary families had to endure. So as a history lesson, this book is fascinating. Wrapped inside the historical context is the story of one family's struggle to survive and stay together amid fear, suspicion and more uncertainty than seems bearable. Ms. Viamonte's writing style is straightforward, sometimes emotional and sometimes a little detached, which perfectly complements the narrative. With my busy schedule I could only read a few pages each evening but I found myself very much looking forward to those moments.
This book is a testament to the true power of love and faith. I found myself completely enthralled with the characters. In fact during the day at work, I found myself thinking of Laura and Rio and desiring to return to them. As the daughter of Cuban exiles who left in 1960, Betty Viamonte’s novel filled the gaps for me. She provided an insight to experiences my parents must have lived through. In addition, she provides a historical perspective and a raw emotional story of human will and survival. Her story contains universal themes of true love, deep faith, and sheer human strength to overcome any obstacle. This is an excellent book and I am on to the next one. Cannot wait to see these characters come to life on the big screen. Bravo Betty and thank you for having the courage to tell our collective story.
This is the remarkable story of a family who lived in Cuba when Castro first assumed power. The hardships the Cuban people faced, the disenchantment with a leader who promised more than he would ever deliver, and the transformation of everything people once knew as their homeland is chilling. This book recounts the author's own real life experiences and gives a voice to her mother's love, hardship, perseverance, and complete commitment to getting her children out of Cuba since before they were even born. From her mother's selfless nature when she first met her future husband (who was dating and engaged to someone else), to her unwavering stance on being a faithful wife and mother, to her willingness to accept a long separation from her husband knowing he was unfaithful at times, to her single minded focus on pushing the limits of her own abilities and sensibilities to protect her family, Laura is a woman we can cheer on, laugh and cry with, and admire for her courage. If you ever wanted to know and experience what life under Castro was like for the average family in Cuba after 1946, "Waiting on Zapote Street" will answer those questions in a truly practical and intimate way.