This short story by Ken Liu centres on a Chinese American boy whose mother, brought from China as a mail-order bride, makes origami animals that come alive with her breath. The boy loves them until he rejects his mother and her culture to fit in with American friends. Years after her death, he finds a folded message that changes how he sees her.
For readers of speculative fiction and for anyone interested in immigrant family relationships. It is short and moving, mixing fantasy with a very human story of regret and love.
Inward-looking, contemplative and thought-provoking; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Mindful Reader. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2011
- Language
- EN
