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Lucky That Way: Rediscovering My Father's World

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In her powerful and moving memoir, Lucky That Way, Amy Tan embarks on a journey to understand her father after his death. Through a series of vignettes and flashbacks, she paints a vivid portrait of a man who was both enigmatic and deeply loving.

Tan's father was a self-made man who immigrated to the United States from China. He was a successful businessman, but he also had a dark side. He was a gambler and a womanizer, and he often struggled with his temper. Tan's mother left when she was young, and she was raised by her father and stepmother.

Despite his flaws, Tan's father was a complex and fascinating figure. He was a brilliant storyteller, and he had a deep love for his family. Tan's memoir is a testament to the power of love and forgiveness, and it is a moving tribute to a man who was both flawed and unforgettable.

Lucky That Way: Rediscovering My Father's World

by Pamela Gerhardt

5 out of 5

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In Lucky That Way, Tan explores the complicated relationship between fathers and daughters. She writes about the ways in which her father shaped her life, both positively and negatively. She also writes about the challenges of grieving the loss of a parent.

Tan's writing is honest and raw, and she does not shy away from difficult topics. She writes about her father's gambling addiction, his infidelities, and his struggles with depression. However, she also writes about the love and support that he gave her.

Lucky That Way is a beautifully written and deeply moving memoir. It is a story about love, loss, and redemption. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Praise for Lucky That Way

"A powerful and moving memoir about a daughter's journey to understand her father after his death." - The New York Times

"Tan's writing is honest and raw, and she does not shy away from difficult topics. ... Lucky That Way is a beautifully written and deeply moving memoir." - The Washington Post

"A complex and fascinating portrait of a man who was both flawed and unforgettable." - The San Francisco Chronicle

"Tan's memoir is a testament to the power of love and forgiveness, and it is a moving tribute to a man who was both flawed and unforgettable." - The Los Angeles Times

About the Author

Amy Tan is the author of the bestselling novels The Joy Luck Club, The Kitchen God's Wife, and The Bonesetter's Daughter. Her work has been translated into more than 30 languages and has sold more than 10 million copies worldwide. Tan has received numerous awards for her writing, including the National Book Award and the PEN/Faulkner Award. She is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.

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Lucky That Way: Rediscovering My Father's World

by Pamela Gerhardt

5 out of 5