A review by ninahuynh
The Refugees by Viet Thanh Nguyen

emotional reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.25

Overall, 3,25 stars. I am not mad that I read it. It may not have been the best introduction to Nguyen's writing, but it does have me more hyped in reading his other books, particularly The Sympathizer. Just wish the writing was better style was better.

Read more on my blog: https://niansworld.wordpress.com/2022/02/05/the-refugees-viet-thanh-nguyen/

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death, Death of parent, and War

Minor: Infidelity and Racism