THE SATISFACTION CAFE

Narrator Katharine Chin's quiet steadiness mirrors Joan Liang's resilience as her life takes increasingly unexpected turns that include, immigration, divorce, remarriage, and eventually entrepreneurship. This is the story of a woman who is constantly in search of fulfillment. Chin's pacing allows listeners space for reflection while keeping them engaged throughout the novel's moments of humor, tenderness, and quiet transformation. Particularly moving are the scenes at a café, in which Chin conveys the vulnerability and connections among strangers with warmth and restraint. Chin's narration strikes a balance between vivid storytelling and emotional subtlety, enhancing this novel's themes of reinvention and chosen family. M.R. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2025]