by Amy Tan

This is one of the few books that I discovered by first seeing its film adaptation. The book is more intricate than the film but equally enjoyable.
Amy Tan has a rare talent to draw the reader into her complex tales, and this one is no exception.
It explores the life and culture of Chinese immigrant families in America, and has enjoyed much critical acclaim. It is many years since I read this book, but it is one of the few that I know I could read a second time, and will probably do so soon.