October 2015 Host:  Karen

Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan

Summary

This is the story of Rachel Chu, an economics professor at NYU, who falls in love with another professor without knowing he comes from a Chinese Singaporean old money family.  She goes home with him to his best friend’s wedding and experiences a major culture shock when she meets three closely intertwined Singapore families and their world of crazy rich Asians.  When they find out she is a ‘lowly’ American-born Chinese, the scheming, gossip, and back biting commences in order to destroy their relationship.  This story is often hilarious, addictive, and filled with incredible opulence including the millions spent on clothes (per season!) and lavish parties and homes.  Although a bit long at over 500 pages, this is an enjoyable voyeuristic, transporting, and at times satirical novel.  

Menu

Wine and Singapore Slings

Chicken and Beef Strips, Eggrolls, and Dumplings

Various Entrees from Johnny's Asian Bistro

Dessert (Lemon Tart)