33 pages • 1 hour read
Lac SuI Love Yous are For White People
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Lac Su's memoir, I Love Yous are For White People, is praised for its raw and unflinching portrayal of an immigrant's struggle to find identity in America. Readers commend Su's honest storytelling and evocative prose. However, some critics find the narrative pace uneven and certain episodes underexplored. Overall, it's a compelling, thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read I Love Yous are For White People?
Readers who appreciate poignant immigrant narratives like The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui or The Latehomecomer by Kao Kalia Yang will resonate with I Love Yous are For White People by Lac Su. This memoir appeals to those drawn to themes of cultural identity, family dynamics, and the Asian American experience.
Recommended
Reading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
830L