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maritay918's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Reading the history of China and Taiwan through the lens of a family was an incredible experience. The resilience of Meilin, of everyone was heart-wrenching and inspiring at the same time. I don’t know how they walked through all that devastation over and over and we’re still hopeful, still willing to live on.
The picture into post WW2 America as it relates to immigrants, especially Chinese immigrants was not surprising, just disappointing. While I hated who Henry/Renshu became, I understood it. I am so very glad she allowed for redemption there. And even for Lily. Loved seeing her growth.
Stupendous work Melissa Fu!
The picture into post WW2 America as it relates to immigrants, especially Chinese immigrants was not surprising, just disappointing. While I hated who Henry/Renshu became, I understood it. I am so very glad she allowed for redemption there. And even for Lily. Loved seeing her growth.
Stupendous work Melissa Fu!
Content Warnings
Graphic: War
Moderate: Xenophobia, Rape, and Racial slurs
Minor: Suicide
jhartsoe's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
slow-paced
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, War, and Death
Moderate: Child death, Racism, and Death of parent
Minor: Suicide and Racial slurs
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