Adult, author interview, book review

Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck and Fortune by Roselle Lim (Review + Author Q&A)

At the news of her mother’s death, Natalie Tan returns home. The two women hadn’t spoken since Natalie left in anger seven years ago, when her mother refused to support her chosen career as a chef. Natalie is shocked to discover the vibrant neighborhood of San Francisco’s Chinatown that she remembers from her childhood is fading, with businesses failing and families moving out. She’s even more surprised to learn she has inherited her grandmother’s restaurant.… Read More Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck and Fortune by Roselle Lim (Review + Author Q&A)

Adult, ARC review, book review

The Bride Test by Helen Hoang (ARC Review)

Khai Diep has no feelings. Well, he feels irritation when people move his things or contentment when ledgers balance down to the penny, but not big, important emotions—like grief. And love. He thinks he’s defective. His family knows better—that his autism means he just processes emotions differently. When he steadfastly avoids relationships, his mother takes matters into her own hands and returns to Vietnam to find him the perfect bride… Read More The Bride Test by Helen Hoang (ARC Review)

waiting on wednesday, weekly meme

Waiting on Wednesday #9: The Matchmaker’s List by Sonya Lalli

Hey everyone! And happy Wednesday! I’m definitely having a lot of fun with Waiting on Wednesday, so you can expect for me to participate in this meme for quite some time! I’m super excited to share this week’s book with all of you because it’s written by a Canadian aaaand takes place in Toronto (which… Read More Waiting on Wednesday #9: The Matchmaker’s List by Sonya Lalli