Yellowface
Author: R F Kuang Genre: Literary Fiction Traits: Satirical, Reflective, Critical Language: English Click here to be redirected to BUY Yellowface by R F Kuang is a sharp and provocative novel that explores the complexities of cultural appropriation, racism, and the cutthroat world of publishing. The story centers on June Hayward, a white, struggling author who envies the success of her more accomplished friend, Athena Liu, a celebrated Asian-American writer. When Athena dies unexpectedly June seizes the opportunity to steal Athena’s unfinished manuscript, edits it, and publishes it as her under her new pen name “Juniper Song”. And as expected the book was a hit and suddenly June’s dream of living Athena’s life came to life. As she enters literary stardom, she grapples with guilt and increasing backlash from readers and critics who challenge her right to tell a story rooted in another culture. She is constantly bullied and accused on social media, Twitter and Go...