Book Review: Crazy Rich Asians 

By Kevin Kwan 

4 Stars 

Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan is a wild-entertaining trip into the life of Ultra-Dhani from Singapore. A mix of romance, drama, and sharp humour, this book reads like a luxury soap opera. The story follows NYU professor Rachel Chu, who thinks she's going to meet her boyfriend Nick's family—only to realize they are practically the Asian royals. The world Rachel enters is a whirlwind of designer labels, social power struggles, and jaw-dropping wealth; all of this is what makes this a jaw-dropping tale. Suddenly, she finds herself in a world full of extreme wealth, traditional expectations, awkward dinners to designer-filled galas. Now, Rachel needs to figure out how to survive in this world, a world she never knew existed.   

Kwan's writing is quickly filled with fun and cultural shades that make the world feel rich (literally). The characters range from cheerful to monotonous and violent, and some are bent in stereotypes; they keep the story alive and fun. The book performs a good job of balancing satire with heart, showing both the super-rich and emotional weight of the family's expectations.   

One negative point is that the number of characters gets a bit overwhelming at times. When the story is fun, some characters just exaggerate some stuff, but I guess that is also a part of the story.   

Rachel's journey isn't just about meeting Nick's family; it also represents that sometimes love isn't enough to overcome traditions and expectations.   

This is not just a love story—it is a deep dive into the traditions, social class, and identity of ancient wealth, all with a nature that makes it difficult to keep it down. If you love stories packed with luxury, humour, and family drama, it's worth reading.

Reviewed by Divnoor 

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