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400 pages • first pub 2013 (editions) user-added
ISBN/UID: 9780143187738
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: 03 June 2014
Five Star Billionaire by Tash Aw is a captivating read for anyone fascinated by the complexities of the immigrant experience, the allure of the high-stakes world of wealth and power, and the transformative power of love and possibility in the vibrant, ever-changing landscape of modern China.
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Phoebe is a factory girl who has come to Shanghai with the promise of a job-but when she arrives she discovers that the job doesn't exist. Gary is a country boy turned pop star who is spinning out of control. Justin is in Shanghai to expand his fa...
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Moods
reflective: 68%
emotional: 52%
sad: 52%
dark: 26%
mysterious: 26%
adventurous: 15%
challenging: 15%
hopeful: 15%
informative: 10%
tense: 10%
funny: 5%
inspiring: 5%
lighthearted: 5%
relaxing: 5%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
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Moderate
Alcoholism, Gun violence, Mental illness400 pages • first pub 2013 (editions) user-added
ISBN/UID: 9780143187738
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: 03 June 2014
Five Star Billionaire by Tash Aw is a captivating read for anyone fascinated by the complexities of the immigrant experience, the allure of the high-stakes world of wealth and power, and the transformative power of love and possibility in the vibrant, ever-changing landscape of modern China.
Description
Phoebe is a factory girl who has come to Shanghai with the promise of a job-but when she arrives she discovers that the job doesn't exist. Gary is a country boy turned pop star who is spinning out of control. Justin is in Shanghai to expand his fa...
Community Reviews
Moods
reflective: 68%
emotional: 52%
sad: 52%
dark: 26%
mysterious: 26%
adventurous: 15%
challenging: 15%
hopeful: 15%
informative: 10%
tense: 10%
funny: 5%
inspiring: 5%
lighthearted: 5%
relaxing: 5%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Moderate
Alcoholism, Gun violence, Mental illness