The Wangs vs. the World by Jade Chang

The Wangs vs. the World

Jade Chang

500 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction contemporary emotional funny reflective slow-paced
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Description

Sharply observed and full of charm, this debut novel is an entirely fresh look at what it means to belong in America and how going from glorious riches to (still name-brand) rags brings one family together in a way that money never could."

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Moods

funny 51%
emotional 40%
lighthearted 37%
reflective 36%
adventurous 35%
hopeful 20%
sad 9%
challenging 8%
dark 7%
informative 4%
inspiring 3%
tense 2%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 52%
slow 35%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 58% | A mix: 28% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 41% | No: 36% | It's complicated: 21%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 36% | No: 34% | It's complicated: 29%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 74% | No: 12% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 4% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.3

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