The Kitchen God's Wife by Amy Tan
The novel delves into the complex relationship between a Chinese-American woman and her mother, who carries with her the weight of a tumultuous past from her life in China. As the mother finally reveals her harrowing experiences of survival during wartime, secrets of love, loss, and betrayal, the daughter begins to understand the resilience and sacrifices that have shaped her mother's life. Through this unveiling of family history, the novel explores themes of cultural identity, the immigrant experience, and the enduring bonds between mothers and daughters.
The 8046th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1991
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 415
- Words
- 159,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)