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In Infinite Country by Patricia Engel, Mauro and Elena, a Colombian couple, emigrate to the United States but become undocumented immigrants when their visas expire. After Mauro is deported, Elena raises their three children alone. The story follows their youngest daughter, Talia, as she escapes a Colombian reformatory to reunite with her family in the U.S., highlighting the family's struggles with immigration, separation, and resilience. The novel includes incidents of rape, violence, and substance use.