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Austin Ku's narration underscores the dramatic plot of this unique immigrant story. Ku builds tension as the lives of several Americans unfold and collide. Tony, an indefatigable engineer from China, becomes a doorman in New York City to give his family better opportunities. Tammy, his determined daughter, feels the pressure to succeed as a first-generation American. Oliver, a white lawyer, struggles to hide a secret that could destroy his life. Although Ku's character voices can be overly languid for some of the secondary characters, he effectively delivers the emotional impact of their words. Ku's authentic Mandarin accent also adds an international flair to this intriguing saga of fate, coincidence, and the tenuousness of our lives. M.F. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: APRIL 2023]