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Crazy Rich Asians

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Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan follows the story of Rachel Chu, an American-born Chinese economics professor, who travels to Singapore with her boyfriend, Nicholas Young, to attend a wedding. Unbeknownst to Rachel, Nicholas comes from an extremely wealthy family, and she's thrust into a world of opulence and intrigue as she meets his dazzling and scheming relatives. As Rachel navigates this new environment, she uncovers family secrets and faces challenges that test her relationship.
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You might enjoy this book if you love glamorous tales of wealth and opulence, sprinkled with humour and romance. This entertaining story dives into the extravagant world of Asia's super-rich families, exposing the clash of old money and new wealth in a fashion-filled, dramatic saga. Perfect for anyone interested in family dynamics, cultural clashes, and an exploration of luxury life in Singapore.

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Crazy Rich Asians

Thwarted love, scheming snobs, obscene wealth and haute couture - it's all here in a fabulous novel about what it means to be young, in love, and gloriously, crazily rich. An absolutely wicked treat!

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Crazy Rich Asians is the outrageously funny debut novel about three super-rich, pedigreed Chinese families and the gossip, backbiting, and scheming that occurs when the heir to one of the most massive fortunes in Asia brings home his ABC (American-born Chinese) girlfriend to the wedding of the season.

When Rachel Chu agrees to spend the summer in Singapore with her boyfriend, Nicholas Young, she envisions a humble family home, long drives to explore the island, and quality time with the man she might one day marry. What she doesn't know is that Nick's family home happens to look like a palace, that she'll ride in more private planes than cars, and that with one of Asia's most eligible bachelors on her arm, Rachel might as well have a target on her back.

Initiated into a world of dynastic splendour beyond imagination, Rachel meets Astrid, the It Girl of Singapore society; Eddie, whose family practically lives in the pages of the Hong Kong socialite magazines; and Eleanor, Nick's formidable mother, a woman who has very strong feelings about who her son shouldβ€”and should notβ€”marry.

Uproarious, addictive, and filled with jaw-dropping opulence, Crazy Rich Asians is an insider's look at the Asian jet set; a perfect depiction of the clash between old money and new money, between Overseas Chinese and Mainland Chinese; and a fabulous novel about what it means to be young, in love, and gloriously, crazily rich.

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Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan is an outrageously funny and original modern novel that offers a satirical view of the lavish lifestyles of Asia's ultra-wealthy. The book blends elements of opulence, humour, and social snobbery, drawing comparisons to classics like Pride and Prejudice. It’s described as highly engaging and nearly impossible to put down.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760110406

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 April 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 366g

Pages: 416

About the Author

Writer Kevin Kwan was born and raised in Singapore and lives in New York City. He has worked in magazine publishing and as a creative consultant to publishers and authors. Crazy Rich Asians is his first novel.

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