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Book Review: Weike Wang's 3rd novel 'Rental House' finds beauty and humor in a marriage of opposites


Published on 2024-12-10 09:31:31 - ABC
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  • Weike Wang's latest novel, "Rental House," features an interracial couple, Nate and Keru, who meet-cute at a Halloween party at Yale, fall in love and get married despite their different backgrounds

The article from ABC News discusses Weike Wang's third book, "The Rental House," which explores themes of identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience through a collection of linked stories. Wang, who has previously written about similar themes, delves into the lives of characters who are often caught between cultures, dealing with issues like language barriers, cultural expectations, and the search for a place to call home. The narrative style is noted for its humor and poignant observations, with characters often reflecting on their displacement and the transient nature of their lives. The review highlights Wang's ability to blend comedy with the underlying sadness of her characters' situations, making "The Rental House" a compelling read about the complexities of modern identity and the quest for belonging.

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