My Latest Read: Crazy Rich Asians By Kevin Kwan
I'd be lying if I'd say that my curiosity about this book didn't stem from the fact that Kris Aquino would be playing a part in its movie adaptation. It's been confirmed by Kevin Kwan himself when he came to the Philippines that Kris would be in it, albeit we don't know if which of the characters she would be playing. Maybe I haven't been doing enough research to find out because I'd love to be surprised. More on that later. ;)
When I read the plot at the back of the novel, I was like, what is the fuss all about? The plot is quiet simple, if not common. Asian Boy takes Asian Girl to Singapore for the first time to attend a wedding and to sort of introduce her to his family. But oooops! Girl didn't know that Boy comes from an uber rich clan. You can read the rest on this photo below. It's a favorite theme in our local teleseryes and telenovelas.
But you know what? What makes the difference is that Kevin Kwan is such a playful and funny storyteller. From the very beginning, you get hooked up with the story that you never wanna put down the book. Kevin Kwan had me at Prologue. :) I love how he created like a short story in each chapter, usually focusing on one character which gives you the backstory of that person. Each chapter is entertaining on its own. And then he sort of brings all of those characters into another highlight chapter. I must admit that I had a hard time keeping up with the names and the inter-marriages at first. That family tree on the book really helped tons. LOL.
I was wondering at first if what was the title referring to. CRAZY RICH ASIANS. Does it mean that rich Asians are crazy? Or if these Asians are rich to a crazy level? It turns out that those descriptions are both right. These Asians are rich to a crazy level, and they are also crazy about making themselves richer than ever, keeping the outsiders out, maintaining the bloodline and marrying into someone with a good background, to name a few.
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| The leading ladies of Crazy Rich Asians. I'm so looking forward to seeing these three on the big screen. Constance Wu plays Rachel Chu, the lead character. Gemma Chan plays "the Goddess" Astrid Leong, Nick's stunning cousin. Michelle Yeoh will bring Eleanor Young, Nick's mom, to life and I am sure she will be loathsome because know of Yeoh's caliber as an actress. |
*Disclaimer: These images are not mine. I found them on various sites through Google. Credits to the owners.*
For all this talk about Kwan's comedic knack, I must admit that I did end up tearing up a bit in the end, not just over Nick and Rachel's fate but also of Astrid's (Nick's favorite cousin). Filipinos are family-oriented and when that topic is on, it is bound to hit home. These three, along with the character of Eleanor Young (Nick's mum) are the characters I'm most excited to see. Of course, I am also looking forward to Kris Aquino's appearance. I am kinda hoping that she plays Fiona Tung. Oh! She could be Fiona Tung! I've been imagining how that scene where Fiona lends a sapphire necklace to Rachel will play out. But that's just me. Like I said, no confirmation yet.
But this Instagram post from Kris is enough to keep us pumped. Right?
It goes without saying, I am crazy excited about the film which comes out August 17, 2018. If anything, I hope production doesn't skimp on all the details. I want to see the lux hotels, the palatial homes, the private jests, the island getaways, the yachts, the closets overflowing with designer clothes. If there are shoes too, why not. And let's not forget the about jewelry.
Please, let this movie be over the top! Kevin Kwan has such vivid descriptions on this book that I've seen the movie happening in my head all this time.
Waiting for August.
XOXO,
Cassie
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