Hello Kitty Must Die
Hello Kitty Must Die by Angela S Choi, published by Gallery Books on April 1, 2010, is a 320-page novel that explores the complexities of identity and cultural expectations. The story follows twenty-eight-year-old Fiona Yu, who outwardly embodies the traits of a well-mannered Asian American woman but internally grapples with the clash between her family’s traditional Chinese values and the pressures of American society. As she seeks to break free from these constraints, Fiona embarks on a journey that leads her to unexpected encounters and moral dilemmas.
Readers will find Fiona’s quest for autonomy both humorous and thought-provoking as she navigates a world filled with excitement and danger. The narrative delves into themes of self-discovery and rebellion against societal norms, as Fiona confronts her family’s expectations and her own desires. With elements of psychological thrillers and a humorous tone, this edition offers a unique perspective on the Asian American experience and the struggle to redefine one’s identity.
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On the outside, twenty-eight-year-old Fiona Yu appears to be just another Hello Kitty–an educated, well-mannered Asian American woman. Secretly, she feels torn between the traditional Chinese values of her family and the social mores of being an American girl.
To escape the burden of carrying her family’s honor, Fiona decides to take her own virginity. In the process, she makes a surprising discovery that reunites her with a long-lost friend, Sean Killroy. Sean introduces her to a dark world of excitement, danger, cunning, and cruelty, pushing her to the limits of her own morality. But Fiona’s father throws her new life into disarray when he dupes her into an overnight trip that results in a hasty engagement to Don Koo, the spoiled son of a wealthy chef.
Determined to thwart her parents’ plans to marry her off into Asian suburbia, Fiona seeks her freedom at any price. How far will she go to bury the Hello Kitty stereotype forever? Fiona’s journey of self-discovery is biting and clever as she embraces her true nature and creates her own version of the American Dream, eliminating–without fear or remorse–anyone who stands in her way.
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