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Banyan Moon by Thao Thai

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

3.25

Banyan Moon by Thao Thai follows a multi-generational Vietnamese American family of women, weaving together their stories across time. It gave me similar vibes to Real Americans, with its exploration of identity and history.

While I appreciated learning more about Vietnamese history, some parts didn’t quite land for me—especially Ann, whose perspective felt a bit bratty and hard to follow at times. 
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