The Double Life of Benson Yu by Kevin Chong

The Double Life of Benson Yu

Kevin Chong

224 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)

fiction contemporary literary challenging dark reflective medium-paced

Description

A literary work of metafiction following a once-popular graphic novelist as he writes a polished retelling of his upbringing in 1980s Chinatown, but soon loses control of his own narrative.

Community Reviews Summary of 29 reviews

Moods

dark 73%
emotional 73%
challenging 66%
reflective 66%
mysterious 40%
tense 40%
sad 33%
adventurous 26%
funny 20%
hopeful 13%
informative 6%

Pace

medium 81%
fast 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 69% | Character: 30%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 61% | Yes: 38%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 69% | Yes: 23% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 91% | No: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 7%

Average rating

3.85

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