Wreath
December 11
Day 11

Angela S. Choi

"It all began with my missing hymen."

So begins HELLO KITTY MUST DIE by Angela S. Choi. After an opening like that, what more could I possibly have to add?

Hello-Kitty

HELLO KITTY MUST DIE is another book recommended to me by Linda at the Mystery Bookstore. Indeed, I don't think I've ever heard her talk more about any other book. All it took was that first sentence to make me understand why.

The novel follows Fiona Yu, a twenty-something Chinese-American woman caught between the two cultures. As she attempts to bury the "Hello Kitty" stereotype of Asian women, she is led down a path (with the help of an old friend, Sean Killroy) that is at first exciting, then turns murderous. Through it all, Fiona is challenged to find out just how far she's willing to go to dispell of the Hello Kitty stereotype forever.

HELLO KITTY MUST DIE is dark, satiric, funny, and most importantly, a damn good read. It's not for the faint of heart, but if you like a little irreverance with your crime fiction, you must give it a try.

If you're buying books as gifts this holiday season, please consider purchasing from your local independent bookshop. The level of customer service you'll receive is unmatched, you'll have the added benefit of making new friends of the staff, and you'll help support a local business.

Books featured in this post can be purchased from the Mystery Bookstore in Los Angeles (orders@mystery-bookstore.com).

2 Replies to “Day 11 – Angela S. Choi”

  1. Linda Brown says: December 11, 2010 at 1:25 pm

    Have I ever steered you wrong, Holly? I’m sooo glad you enjoyed Hello Kitty Must Die, and got the full impact of what Angela was writing. Can’t wait to see what she comes up with next.
    Linda
    The Mystery Bookstore

  2. Antoinette says: December 11, 2010 at 11:16 am

    Once again solidifying my belief that it’s all in the opening. Most impressive!

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