debrichmond 's review for:

The Satisfaction Café by Kathy Wang

4.0

challenging dark emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Joan is a woman from Taiwan who moved to America to attend college. After a disastrous first marriage, she marries an American man. They have child(ren), raise a family, and stay together through many ups and downs. Throughout her life, Joan is searching for contentment and an answer to loneliness. She opens a café which seems to provide just that to some people. 

The Satisfaction Café is a book about loneliness and one woman’s search for an answer. It’s a fascinating read, following Joan’s life and her children’s lives as they all search for meaning. It’s a deep look at life as it is for so many people today. It asks questions and looks at life scenarios that affect all of us. 

The Satisfaction Café is a deep, meaningful read which I highly recommend. Read it and let me know what you think - I’d love to discuss.