Crying in H Mart is a stunningly powerful yet accessible memoir written by Michelle Zauner that chronicles her life leading up to her mother's untimely death. The book alternates between the primary narrative of her mother's illness and memories from Zauner's childhood and adolescence, all of which are described through the lens of food. Through food, Zauner finds a deep and lasting connection to her mother and her heritage, allowing her to start processing the grief of such a profound loss.
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The novel is written in plain and accessible language, although Zauner has a knack for vivid descriptions of both her inner emotional state and the emotional...