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bibliovino's review
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
4.0
Huang is a genius on so many fronts and it’s evidenced again by the wildly entertaining, darkly humorous and heart-tugging stories collected here. You can easily see why he caught the attention of a nation and rocketed to fame, especially considering his rocky roots. With passion and humility, the chef, activist, lawyer, and comedian invites us to see the world through a wholly unique lens!
eden_ainsley's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
After watching and loving the show, I listened to the audiobook, since I believe life stories should be told through speaking and not words on a page. I’m so shocked at how much of disservice the show did to Eddie’s life story.
I’m super impressed with Eddie’s ability to reflect and articulate on his thoughts and feelings. The author has a unique skill for story telling to make you feel like you were there for all of his experiences.
Im not really interested in traveling to America, but after this I’m tempted to buy a plane ticket just to try his food.
As an Australian, the dominate ethnic group in my city is Chinese, so if your looking to understand a smidge of your neighbours culture and experience, Eddie’s book is a great point of reference for some of the hardships and adversity.
Thanks Eddie!!!
I’m super impressed with Eddie’s ability to reflect and articulate on his thoughts and feelings. The author has a unique skill for story telling to make you feel like you were there for all of his experiences.
Im not really interested in traveling to America, but after this I’m tempted to buy a plane ticket just to try his food.
As an Australian, the dominate ethnic group in my city is Chinese, so if your looking to understand a smidge of your neighbours culture and experience, Eddie’s book is a great point of reference for some of the hardships and adversity.
Thanks Eddie!!!
wifienabled08's review against another edition
5.0
Eddie Huang's memoir is a refreshing view on what it's like to grow up as a minority in America and finding your way in life. I have rarely laughed out loud while reading a book but Huang's words are refreshing, entertaining, and most importantly, brutally honest.
capone12's review against another edition
3.0
Huang's descriptions of his childhood and relationships with food are captivating. The other parts of his story were not as interesting.
drgnhrt968's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
heiparra's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
3.25
Lost me at some parts, gained my attention in other parts.
Eddie has had a very interesting life. One that is not very common to find. His troublesome stories are the best to learn from and be entertained by. There were some aspects in which I could not relate to such as growing up in the 90s and developing an attachment to Black culture, or the fact that his family became wealthy over the years. These aspects although well described, would lose my interest.
Eddie has had a very interesting life. One that is not very common to find. His troublesome stories are the best to learn from and be entertained by. There were some aspects in which I could not relate to such as growing up in the 90s and developing an attachment to Black culture, or the fact that his family became wealthy over the years. These aspects although well described, would lose my interest.
ptothelo's review against another edition
4.0
Just finished my first book of the summer!
After a year back at school, I identify with his struggles re: identity, and the catch-22 of doing what you are good at and not wanting to seem like a stereotype, and the realization, as you read, that you are most definitely not alone and not the first person to ask these questions (see: almost all the Asian-American and post-colonial theology I read outside my classes). That liminal space is actually pretty crowded.
Also, realizing that I think a lot about church through the lens of food, fashion and scriptwriting.
Some favorite quotes:
"People forget how powerful the culture of a restaurant is. Food is what's on the plate, but dining extends beyond it."
"People who don't understand something need poles to grasp, but those who truly love and undersatnd something through experience don't need those training wheels. Food is that way for me. There's a difference between bastardizing an item and giving it the room to breathe, grow, and change with the times."
After a year back at school, I identify with his struggles re: identity, and the catch-22 of doing what you are good at and not wanting to seem like a stereotype, and the realization, as you read, that you are most definitely not alone and not the first person to ask these questions (see: almost all the Asian-American and post-colonial theology I read outside my classes). That liminal space is actually pretty crowded.
Also, realizing that I think a lot about church through the lens of food, fashion and scriptwriting.
Some favorite quotes:
"People forget how powerful the culture of a restaurant is. Food is what's on the plate, but dining extends beyond it."
"People who don't understand something need poles to grasp, but those who truly love and undersatnd something through experience don't need those training wheels. Food is that way for me. There's a difference between bastardizing an item and giving it the room to breathe, grow, and change with the times."
theokaykatsby's review against another edition
4.0
There's some pretty fundamental ways in which I disagree with Eddie Huang (a top review by Eveline Chao nails it on a lot of them). That said, in terms of a read, it kept me interested, it was entertaining, and it stayed true to his voice and experience (which was very different from the show). And while his experiences were very different from mine, there were things that, as another Taiwanese American, really resonated (even if that might be because it's hard to find books on Taiwanese American stories).
witchqueen5's review against another edition
2.0
This book wasn't one that captivated me (which is why it took me about 3 months to finish it). I respect the guy for doing what he felt, instead of accepting all the shit that was imposed on him. The style just didn't fit with my preferences, but the story behind it was powerful and quite impressive. All in all, while I couldn't fully appreciate this memoir, I'm sure there are plenty who can :)
pollycharlie's review against another edition
4.0
There were points in reading the book when I thought: was this guy just a thug? Then I realized if he wanted to, he could have written a memoir that sounds so "professional" that you'd thought someone ghost-wrote it. As a FOB, I didn't find the same voice he did. In fact, I can't understand his voice, this Street-stuff. But the path I went through to find my own voice is the same. I am glad he is who he is.