A review by potionfrog
Women of Good Fortune by Sophie Wan

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I picked this book up because it was different to a lot of the things I had read this year. I liked seeing how societal pressures (in the context of sexism in the chinese workforce, how women are valued, the one-child policy etc.) have shaped the characters in different ways, it set them up nicely to speak on different concerns (fertility, beauty standards, responsibilities and family). While it was a little slow at times, I think this book is less about the heist and more about the emotional core of finding out what you want compared to what you need, and exploring friendship.

I felt sad for Lulu, she was trying to be everything to everyone all the time and I hope she is happy in the long-term.