RaveThe Boston GlobeWell worth the wait ... Lee brings a precise scalpel to the Korean diaspora, both questioning its desperate pursuit of getting ahead and putting forth a new vision of nuanced characters fitting into a diversity of archetypes not often afforded to Asian characters in Western literature ... Universally, readers will recognize the quiet sacrifices of parents who love their children despite themselves ... With an exacting pen, Lee creates an automaton of intricate detail, where each character plays a vital role in staking out a path in a world marred by globalization, socioeconomic upheaval, and competition.
