Basic plot
Ruth Young does not get on well with her elderly mother LuLing. Growing
up, sometimes she was secretly ashamed of her old-fashioned mother who
made her feel different from other kids. Even as an adult, they
constantly disagree about the simplest of things. When her mother starts
ailing and forgetting things, the relationship becomes more strained.
LuLing tries hard to communicate with her daughter by telling Ruth about
her own story and how she came to America. She feels that through this
story, filled with sadness and tragedy, can Ruth finally understand who
she really is. In a race against time and the disease that will claim
her memories forever, unfolds a story of family, sacrifice and love.
Rating: 3/5
This book was a gift from my friend Dr Yati.
My full review here.
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