06-06-10 to 08-01-10 As usual Amy Tan created a fascinating read but it was tough for me. Unbelievably my parents where in the middle of a difficult care taking position. My 96 year old great-aunt had come live with them until they could get her in an assisted living home. She was clear minded and cruel, and that was hard.
I use books to escape but this on mirrored something that were happening to us. This book is a story within a story and I loved the twists and turns of LuLing's life before immigrating to America. What was also magnificent was the mother / daughter conflicts and undeniable love and loyalty even when she frustrates you more than anyone else can.
The human dynamics in the book are real and wonderful.
Read the book.
