Real Americans by Rachel Khong

Real Americans

Rachel Khong

395 pages first pub 2024 (editions) user-added

fiction historical emotional reflective medium-paced
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Real Americans by Rachel Khong is a challenging and emotionally resonant novel that will captivate readers who appreciate complex explorations of identity, family dynamics, and the intersection of class, culture, and genetics, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy character-driven stories that immerse yourself in the intricacies of the human experience.

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From the award-winning author of Goodbye, Vitamin: How far would you go to shape your own destiny? An exhilarating novel of American identity that spans three generations in one family and asks: What makes us who we are? And how inevitable are our...

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Community Reviews Summary of 5,227 reviews

Moods

emotional 81%
reflective 78%
sad 37%
challenging 27%
mysterious 25%
hopeful 23%
informative 17%
tense 14%
dark 12%
inspiring 12%
adventurous 7%
funny 1%

Pace

medium 73%
slow 16%
fast 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 53% | A mix: 41% | Plot: 4%

Strong character development?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 17% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 51% | Yes: 38% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 93% | No: 3% | It's complicated: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 3%

Average rating

4.11

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