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Novel • Fiction
California • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto is a novel that blends cozy mystery, romantic comedy, and contemporary domestic fiction genres within Chinese Indonesian culture. It follows Meddy Chan and her three aunts as they try to conceal a body after a date goes wrong, all while handling a high-profile wedding and Meddy's rekindling romance with an ex-boyfriend. Topics include accidental murder and concealed death.
Humorous
Playful
Romantic
Exciting
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Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto has garnered positive praise for its humorous and engaging storytelling. Readers appreciate the blend of romance, comedy, and mystery, deeming it a fun and captivating read. Some critique the plot for being predictable and the characters for lacking depth. Overall, it's seen as an entertaining escape for those seeking a light-hearted story.
Reader profile: Fans of lighthearted rom-coms and madcap mysteries will delight in Jesse Q. Sutanto's Dial A for Aunties. Comparable to Sophie Kinsella's Confessions of a Shopaholic and Kevin Kwan's Crazy Rich Asians, this book is ideal for those who enjoy humor, family hijinks, and unexpected thrills.
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Ma (Natasya Chan)
Meddy’s mother who runs the floral section of the family’s wedding business and is deeply involved in her daughter's life with strong beliefs in traditional values.
Big Aunt
The eldest of the four sisters, she is the authoritative matriarch of the family and manages the pastry sector of the wedding business.
Second Aunt
Responsible for hair and makeup in the wedding business, she is characterized by her superstition and frequent sibling rivalry, especially with Big Aunt.
Fourth Aunt (Mimi Chan)
The youngest, she is the wedding singer known for her flamboyant style and higher fluency in English and social media compared to her sisters.
Nathan Chan
Meddy's college boyfriend with a mixed heritage and a passion for running a hotel, whose differences from Meddy's family contribute to the story's tension.
Ah Guan/Jake
A manipulative character who poses as a rich hotelier and becomes a pivotal plot device following an unforeseen death.
Maureen Halim
Jacqueline’s best friend and bridesmaid, who gets entangled in a theft plot due to her intentions to save Jacqueline from a bad marriage.
Jacqueline Wijaya
The bride, a kind-hearted woman from a wealthy family, who deals with the chaos surrounding her wedding and pivotal personal decisions.
Sheriff McConnell
A local law enforcer on the island whose attitudes and actions reflect racial tensions, affecting the plot’s progression.
302
Novel • Fiction
California • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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