Rachel Chu is invited by her boyfriend Nicholas Young to spend the summer in Singapore, where he grew up. When she arrives, she is overwhelmed by the mansions, private planes, and lavish designer clothes. “Rich” doesn’t even begin to describe the sheer wealth of Nick’s family. However, Nick’s relatives see Rachel as an unsuitable match due to her middle-class status and fear that she is just looking for money. They devise a plan to end the relationship between Rachel and Nick. Eleanor, Nick’s mother, is appalled when she learns of Nick’s intentions to marry Rachel, and reveals that Rachel’s father is incarcerated in Mainland China in an attempt to destroy their relationship. Shocked at this sudden discovery, Rachel breaks up with Nick and accuses her mother of being a kidnapper. Her mother flies to Singapore to explain the truth to Rachel. Rachel reconciles with her mother and reunites with Nick.
Verdict: Overall, I enjoyed the book. There was a lot of amusing banter and lush descriptive passages. The drama and displays of ludicrous wealth made it quite entertaining. The plot line was exciting and it was a fun read!
Jackie M.