Yellowface

by R.F. Kuang

Yellowface was hardly the wow everyone seems to think it is, but I still found it to be an inventive read. The premise is bold and thought-provoking, tackling issues of cultural appropriation, authorship, and the publishing industry's flaws with sharp satire and a compelling narrative voice. While some parts felt hyperbolic or repetitive, I appreciated how it pushed boundaries and sparked questions. It’s a clever, timely story that kept me engaged, but it didn’t blow me away.