The Committed by Viet Thanh Nguyen
Set against the backdrop of 1980s Paris, this gripping narrative follows the journey of a conflicted Vietnamese refugee who grapples with his identity and past as he navigates the criminal underworld. As he becomes entangled with a group of radical intellectuals and drug dealers, he is forced to confront his own moral compass and the complexities of loyalty, betrayal, and the search for belonging. Through a blend of dark humor and poignant introspection, the story delves into themes of colonialism, capitalism, and the immigrant experience, offering a profound exploration of the human condition.
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- Published
- 2021
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 368-400
- Original Language
- English
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