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A review by blairlovesbooks
Disorientation by Elaine Hsieh Chou
emotional
funny
informative
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Hilarious, a bit surreal, and very very honest. I was really impressed by the way Chou guided us through Ingrid's journey in a way that was very honest about her shortcomings but didn't look down on her as a character. Everyone felt real. I hated Stephen so, so much from the very beginning. A great read about the complications of being a "model minority."
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, Xenophobia, and Cultural appropriation
Minor: Toxic relationship