The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan

The Joy Luck Club

Amy Tan

A compelling look at both generation and culture gaps as they affect mother/daughter relationships. The different 'voices' are difficult to unravel at first - but stick with it, the stories are well worth the effort. An emotional, fully-charged read - and one which may make you reflect on your own inter-generational, family relationships.

Extract
My daughter did not look pleased when I told her this, that she didn't look Chinese. She had a sour American look on her face.



Parallels
  • Gaglow by Esther Freud
  • Breath, Eyes, Memory by Edwidge Danticat
  • Five Quarters of the Orange by Joanne Harris

Food for thought