4.25 Stars Source: Library
Brief Synopsis: This story is told as a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. It tells the story of his immigrant upbringing, of his mother's and grandmother's mental illnesses, and of his sexuality.
Thoughts: It is clear from the start that Vuong's background is poetry as this is a stellar work of literary fiction. Although categorized as a novel, the story feels heavily autobiographical, which makes the tales shared and Voung's voice just that much more powerful. It's both painful and beautiful, true to life and the human experience.
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