Sandi K W. (Sandiinmississippi) reviewed on 9/6/2021 + 265 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 1

The first Tan book I simply didn't care about. The subject matter, brothels & the capture of young girls to serve as prostitutes, didn't especially turn me off. In fact details of training and the relationship between our young 'virgin courtesan' and her maid were the only really interesting areas. The endless handwringing, obsession with love and feeling loved, exploration of the same old tiresome problems, whining about bi-racial backgrounds, etc made me feel both our heroines were just wallowing in the mud. It did not develop an urge to root for them at all. I also found some of the phrasing and repetition bad writing - not at all like what I expect from Amy Tan. Had to force myself to finish it. Ah well, her others are much, much better!

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