White Ivy
White Ivy
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Massachusetts • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
White Ivy by Susie Yang follows Ivy Lin, a young Chinese American woman, as she navigates complex relationships and her pursuit of the American Dream. Raised by her grandmother, Ivy develops a knack for petty theft, which later shapes her interactions with a privileged love interest and a mysterious mentor.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
White Ivy by Susie Yang offers a gripping narrative centered on ambition, identity, and societal expectations. Praised for its compelling storytelling and complex protagonist, it also faces criticism for its pacing and uneven character development. Nonetheless, it remains an engaging read, capturing readers with its dark charm and cultural insights, although some may find its twists predictable.
Who Should Read White Ivy?
A reader who enjoys White Ivy by Susie Yang likely appreciates coming-of-age stories laden with dark humor, social commentary, and complex characters. Fans of Celeste Ng's Little Fires Everywhere or Donna Tartt's The Secret History will find this novel gripping for its nuanced exploration of ambition, identity, and class dynamics.
37,650 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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White Ivy is Susie Yang's debut novel, a book that combines elements of a coming-of-age story with a psychological thriller.
The novel was a pick for Read With Jenna Book Club on the Today show, a popular book club that highlights diverse and compelling books.
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Susie Yang was inspired to write the novel partly due to her experiences and observations growing up in a small town, which influenced the narrative's exploration of identity and belonging.
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Novel • Fiction
Massachusetts • Contemporary
2020
Adult
18+ years
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