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Information
Author: Jennifer Yen / Genre: Fiction / Published: 2021
Summary
"A Taste of Love" by Jennifer Yen is a young adult romance that explores themes of family, culture, and self-discovery. Centered around high school senior Liza Yang, the novel follows her life as she works at her family's Chinese bakery. There, she struggles to As Liza struggles with the pressure of college applications and her mother's high expectations, she unexpectedly finds herself falling for James Wong, a new intern at her family’s bakery.
Despite her mother's disapproval and her doubts, Liza's relationship with James blossoms as the story progresses. As they bond over their shared love of baking and their experiences as children of immigrant parents, Liza learns to balance her personal desires with her family's Chinese traditions. Throughout the novel, she navigates the challenges of young love, friendship, and cultural expectations, ultimately finding her own path as an Asian American.
How the Book Relates to the Modern World
Jennifer Yen’s novel captures the complexity of teenage life and the richness of cultural heritage, blending romance and family dynamics. The timeless themes presented in the novel follow today’s challenges. Meanwhile, the book also represents Asian-American culture by promoting cultural awareness to combat stereotypes made against Asian Americans and to broaden people’s perspectives of the multicultural panorama of our country. Furthermore, the novel briefly touches on social media and its influence on our modern world, such as how people portray themes differently on social media.
Rating
“A Taste for Love” is an amazing read if you want to sit down and enjoy a heartwarming and comforting story. Filled with relatable characters and rich culture, Yen blends both the fun and challenging parts of growing up in a cultural community. This is also an incredible read for food-lovers who get to enjoy the culinary experience in this book!
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