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Qui Nguyen

Vietgone

Qui NguyenFiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2015

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Qui Nguyen

Vietgone

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

98

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Arkansas • 1970s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Vietgone by Qui Nguyen tells the story of Quang and Tong, two Vietnamese refugees who meet in a camp in Arkansas after the fall of Saigon. Quang wishes to return to Vietnam, while Tong seeks a new life in the US. Despite family pressures and cultural clashes, they develop a complex romantic relationship. Decades later, their son interviews Quang to understand his parents' past, offering a nuanced look at love and displacement amidst war.

Humorous

Romantic

Adventurous

Emotional

Playful

Reviews & Readership

4.0

340 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Vietgone by Qui Nguyen is praised for its fresh and irreverent take on the Vietnam War, blending humor, hip-hop, and heartfelt storytelling. The characters are richly developed, making the narrative both engaging and relatable. However, some critics feel the modern language can be jarring in historical settings. Overall, it's a bold, innovative piece that challenges traditional war narratives.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Vietgone?

Fans of Exit West by Mohsin Hamid and The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen will enjoy Vietgone by Qui Nguyen. This play appeals to readers who appreciate dynamic storytelling, humor, and insightful explorations of immigration and identity, blending historical perspective with modern-day narration and pop culture references.

4.0

340 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

98

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Arkansas • 1970s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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