The Art Collector: A Novel Based on a True Story

By Michael Reid

Book Overview

The Art Collector is a work of historical fiction that follows Cuban exile Roberto Ramos during his first nine months living in the United States.

Arriving in a new country shaped by unfamiliar customs, expectations, and opportunities, Roberto must navigate the emotional and cultural challenges of starting over while carrying the memories, traditions, and artistic spirit of his homeland.

Through Roberto's journey, the novel explores the complexities of exile, identity, and adaptation. Blending historical context with elements of magical realism rooted in Cuban culture, The Art Collector captures the deeply personal struggle of preserving one's heritage while learning to survive-and eventually belong-in a new world.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1662971966
• ISBN13: 9781662971969
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Gatekeeper Press
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"