53 pages 1 hour read

Min Jin Lee

Free Food for Millionaires

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Min Jin Lee's Free Food for Millionaires weaves a rich tapestry of ambition and identity struggles, capturing the Korean-American experience with nuanced detail. Critics praise its multifaceted characters and compelling prose. However, some feel it occasionally delves into melodrama and could benefit from tighter editing. Overall, it is a thought-provoking and immersive read.

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Who Should Read Free Food for Millionaires?

Readers who enjoy The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri or Shanghai Girls by Lisa See will appreciate Free Food for Millionaires. They typically seek immersive narratives on cultural identity, family dynamics, and personal ambitions, with a focus on the Korean-American experience and rich character development.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Asian Literature
Themes
Society: Immigration
Identity: Race
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict