A review by abhirupa
Gold Diggers by Sanjena Sathian

adventurous emotional hopeful mysterious reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This is truly one of the most gorgeous books I've ever read. I love magical realism, and the way it was used in this book to explore the nuances and attitudes of the Indian-American community was so so clever. A lot of times when Indian authors write about desi people in America, it reeks of stereotypes and pandering, but this book turns the stereotype of the high-achieving child of Indian immigrants on its head. I also really liked how cathartic the ending was. This book is my Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri. 
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