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kutreen's review
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I was amazed by how skillfully the characters and plot elements were designed and intertwined to bring out different reflections from the main character on his pseudo-American identity. I think this will resonate deeply with any child of immigrants or person who immigrated as a child who has felt like an outsider even in their "native" country. Lee captures many of the thoughts and feelings I've had throughout my life that I hadn't even realized were related to my family's immigrant status but which I now realize affect much of the way I perceive and interact with others. I will be sure to check out his other novels.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent and Child death
Minor: Racial slurs, Infidelity, Cancer, Car accident, Racism, Sexual content, and Xenophobia
mcomp's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Child death, Racial slurs, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Infidelity, Violence, and Car accident
Minor: Gun violence
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