A review by thenovelmaura
The Fortunes of Jaded Women by Carolyn Huynh

emotional funny hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I read this one with my book club over the summer and there was so much to discuss even though it's less than 300 pages. This was a rare instance where I wished that a book was longer! Huynh could have used a few more pages to tie up some loose ends with all of those characters. It was a large cast and I found myself referencing the family tree quite frequently at the beginning, but I did eventually catch on to their distinct personalities and backstories.

I'll leave the detailed reviews to those who have read the book more frequently, but even now I remember that this book was funny and filled with family drama! There was a scene that I was gleefully anticipating and the payoff was huge (I re-read that chapter a few times before moving on). Pure chaos in the best possible way. Despite the inclusion of some darker, emotional themes like intergenerational trauma, I recommend this book to someone who is looking for a modern family saga that's shorter and more lighthearted than some others in the genre.
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