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A review by mnicolec
Beautiful Country by Qian Julie Wang
4.0
Sweet and somber. Told from the perspective of her child self, Wang shares her experiences as an undocumented immigrant from China in the U.S. during her formative years. And she is remarkable!
It’s an educational read and Wang’s story spans relatable scenarios to those that are so difficult, you want to dissociate from them.
Examples:
Relatable: Feeling awkward or like a misfit among peers or wildly wanting a furry pet
Painful: Working long hours in a sweatshop and being so weak from hunger that she can’t concentrate in elementary school
Wang’s story will yank at your heartstrings and provide perspective on sacrifice and perseverance, adaptability and the fear and trauma it can leave in its wake. And, of course, Wang’s story is one of love: love of family, country, culture and… learning to love and accept oneself.
I found myself wanting to wrap little Qian Qian in a giant hug and ease her worries.
Book gifted: Thank you, Allison!
It’s an educational read and Wang’s story spans relatable scenarios to those that are so difficult, you want to dissociate from them.
Examples:
Relatable: Feeling awkward or like a misfit among peers or wildly wanting a furry pet
Painful: Working long hours in a sweatshop and being so weak from hunger that she can’t concentrate in elementary school
Wang’s story will yank at your heartstrings and provide perspective on sacrifice and perseverance, adaptability and the fear and trauma it can leave in its wake. And, of course, Wang’s story is one of love: love of family, country, culture and… learning to love and accept oneself.
I found myself wanting to wrap little Qian Qian in a giant hug and ease her worries.
Book gifted: Thank you, Allison!