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Natural Beauty

Ling Ling Huang
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Natural Beauty

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

Book Brief

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Ling Ling Huang

Natural Beauty

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2020s

Topic
Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

3.9

18,158 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Natural Beauty by Ling Ling Huang receives praise for its lyrical prose and exploration of identity and cultural heritage. The novel's vivid descriptions and emotional depth resonate with readers. However, some critiques mention a slow-paced narrative and underdeveloped characters. Overall, it is appreciated for its thought-provoking themes and beautiful writing style.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Natural Beauty?

A reader who enjoyed the unique blend of speculative fiction and satire in Ottessa Moshfegh's My Year of Rest and Relaxation or the introspective look at beauty standards in Sayaka Murata's Convenience Store Woman would likely be captivated by the societal critiques in Ling Ling Huang's Natural Beauty.

3.9

18,158 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

272

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 2020s

Topic
Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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