A review by tanzreads
The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen

emotional hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Every few pages I burst into tears. This book masterfully wove together the feelings for a young crush, friendship, the homophobia of the time, the conflict in Vietnam, family relationships, and fairy tales. it was brilliant. I could sing praise for days, but also I'm a bit speechless.