Lucky Child: A Daughter of Cambodia Reunites with the Sister She Left Behind
Lucky Child: A Daughter of Cambodia Reunites with the Sister She Left Behind
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2006
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2006268
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1980s
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World History2006
Adult
14-18 years
Super Short Summary
Lucky Child: A Daughter of Cambodia Reunites with the Sister She Left Behind by Loung Ung presents a personal narrative of Ung's life after escaping the Khmer Rouge genocide. The book parallels her adaptation to life in America and her sister's experiences in Cambodia, highlighting themes of survival, identity, and family separation during challenging times.
Emotional
Nostalgic
Inspirational
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
3,890 ratings
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Review Roundup
Lucky Child: A Daughter of Cambodia Reunites with the Sister She Left Behind by Loung Ung offers a poignant memoir of resilience and identity, as Ung navigates her life as a refugee in America while maintaining ties with her family in Cambodia. Praise highlights its emotional depth and engaging storytelling, though some find it less impactful than her first memoir.
Who Should Read Lucky Child: A Daughter of Cambodia Reunites with the Sister She Left Behind?
Readers who appreciate Lucky Child by Loung Ung may enjoy memoirs of survival, resilience, and family ties, akin to The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. Those interested in historical and cultural narratives, especially regarding Southeast Asia, will find it compelling and emotionally resonant.
3,890 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
268
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1980s
•
World History2006
Adult
14-18 years
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