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alivaster's review against another edition
3.0
Book Rating: 3/5
China Rich Girlfriend was ultimately disappointing in comparison to Kwan's previous book, Crazy Rich Asians. What I loved about the first book was the drama that kept me coming back for more. The problem with the second book is that it was less entertaining. You see text messages, e-mails, magazine articles, and etc written within the book and instead of smartly name dropping designers, you just get bombarded by everything. There is a lot more going on with the characters, and while interesting at times, some parts were just a little lacking and boring because it felt less relatable. Instead of a snippet into the life of the crazy and rich, it felt more like looking at a magazine filled with designer names.
China Rich Girlfriend was ultimately disappointing in comparison to Kwan's previous book, Crazy Rich Asians. What I loved about the first book was the drama that kept me coming back for more. The problem with the second book is that it was less entertaining. You see text messages, e-mails, magazine articles, and etc written within the book and instead of smartly name dropping designers, you just get bombarded by everything. There is a lot more going on with the characters, and while interesting at times, some parts were just a little lacking and boring because it felt less relatable. Instead of a snippet into the life of the crazy and rich, it felt more like looking at a magazine filled with designer names.
stepharina's review against another edition
2.0
This second book was not nearly as good as the first. I felt disconnected from the story and the characters which was odd because I really enjoyed the first book. I think that it also focused more on characters that I didn't like. I was bored and found myself just wishing it was over. I read the first one in order to see the movie and I dont think that I will read the third one.
niniboo's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
congressbaby143's review against another edition
2.0
I was sick and had no internet for days and this was the only book I saved on my phone so I picked it up. This is my least favorite book among the three, I can already foresee it. Funny how the stereotype mothers, the asshole Michael, and Astrid are the only people I think who aren't as predictable and two-dimensional? I also feel as if it's so easy for this story to drop off and pick up characters whenever convenient but in a very uneasy pace — hello Rachel's mom? Colin? Nick's Dad? Etc. I still don't get a clear reading of Rachel, she's very Mary Sue, and Nick, the male Mary Sue — they're perfect for each other.
james_anderson's review against another edition
emotional
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
jadeverbick's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
radiohex's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
radiohex's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
olympiadee's review against another edition
4.0
Page Turner
I wasn’t expecting the storyline to be as extreme as it was in this book. Another well-written page turner by Kwan, with a lot of relatable, entertaining and extreme moments. I can’t wait to read Book 3.
I wasn’t expecting the storyline to be as extreme as it was in this book. Another well-written page turner by Kwan, with a lot of relatable, entertaining and extreme moments. I can’t wait to read Book 3.