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Summary: Beautiful and enchanting
Review: Having already read The Joy Luck Club I felt fairly confident that The Hundred Secret Senses would be just as captivating. It was just that and more. This book had me laughing, crying and experiencing just about every other emotion as well. Amy Tan truly has a gift for bringing a story to life. Her characters were so real and likeable that, even though I couldn't put it down, I didn't want the story to end. The Hundred Secret Senses most certainly earns a top spot in my list of favorite and most cherished books read.
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Summary: My Favourite book!!!
Review: The First book I read by Amy Tan was The Joy luck club when I was 13 and I didn't think any other book could surpass it but she's done it again! I recommend that every one read The Hundred Secret Senses!! Even though I have the same last name as Amy, we are NOT related. Too bad, she's my fav. author.
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Summary: Amy Tan did it this time!!!!
Review: Amy Tan did it this time with her latest novel, The Hundred Secert Senses. After I finished reading it, I was more than satisfied....I was overwhelmed with her talented gift of writing. She did a great job with her characters, Olivia and Kwan. This is a must read book for all Asian American girls....Hmong, Chinese, Laotion, Japanesse...etc. Greatest book I've read since the Joy Luck Club.
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Summary: This book is a must read !!!!!
Review: Amy Tan's descriptive prose brings the nuances of the Chinese-American family to life! The reader is not just an observer, but becomes a part of the family--sharing joys, adventures, meals, and sorrows. After reading this book I was compelled to read every book Amy Tan has published, and I feel that I have gained insight into not only a fascinating culture, but into the way I view the world as well-- I anxiously await Tan's next masterpiece!!
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Summary: Excellent!
Review: I loved this book. I thought all of the characters were very believable, and the narration of both Olivia and Kwan helps really set the mood of the entire story. The past-life accounts really add a mystical twist to an already fabulous novel.
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Summary: One of the best books ever!
Review: Amy Tan is a master storyteller. She lets you know and makes you love her characters. This story will grab your heart and never let go. I won't soon forget this one. I loved it.
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Summary: This book is a joy to the senses - a hot fudge sundae
Review: The characters in this book are very believable and so well defined you feel like you know them. The story pulls you along across time effortlessly. Reading this book was my daily treat at the end of a long work-day. A hot fudge sundae to the intelect.
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Summary: An Exceptional Book!
Review: This book is great! I couldn't put it down. Such an excellent book with a great ending. Amy Tan is a very good author who's ideas are very well put into words. This book was very well written and I could visualize everything, as if I myself were in China. The best thing about this book was that everything had a strong connection with each other, and you see that at the end of the book. The Hundred Secret Senses was greatly satisfying and I recommend it to everyone out there.
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Summary: Only 5 STAR!?!?! Ai yA!! MORE!!!
Review: one word, WOW! I picked this book out of the blues to read so i can kill time, who knew i would end up flipping til the end?!?! Truely mesmarizing and worth all the time! So have your mouse button ready and click on the "add to cart" button!!
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Summary: HEY YOU, Buy the BOOK because.....
Review: Okay, I read most of the reviews about this book, and I have to say that I agree that this book is good. It's true that Amy Tan's books all talk about American-born Chinese getting in touch with their "inner" or "true Chinese" selves, but I don't think its... repetitive. Anyhow, this book is a good read, it's interesting, it's funny, it's sad, I'm sure most Chinese Americans can relate if they care about being Chinese at all... some of the stuff your parents told you (eat all your rice... or your husband...etc.) are mentioned in this book, it's funny how Chinese parents seem to think the same way. ANYWAYS! About a comment to ----- "A reader from Oakland, CA , December 2, 1998 It's all the same!Also, isn't anyone else concerned that all the characters grew up in San Francisco, but never encountered black or Latino people? Shouldn't it happen in at least one of the books?" I think that was a dumb comment. Who cares if they have never met a black or Latino person? It would in no way affect the book. We are talking about Chinese culture here, so meeting other races it totally irrelevant. I mean, if you really CARE, then buy a Toni Morrison book! In conclusion, THIS BOOK IT WORTH THE BUY! (If you buy paperback, because hardcover is WAY TOO EXPENSIVE! Good bye now.
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