It was the mid to late seventies when I could have cared less for what was going on in other countries. As a high schooler then, I was oblivious to the communist actions conducted by the Khmer Rouge. So as I read Under the Naga Tail in present day, I am reminded that history is so important and should not be ignored.
There are no words to explain the pain and suffering that the Chinese Cambodians like Mae Bunseng Taing had to endure under the Khmer Rouge regime. It’s unfathomable to think that such atrocities on the tens of thousands even occurred.
Under the Naga Tail is a testament to the people like Mae whose perseverance and determination fortified their resolve to escape war torn Cambodia.
Told in the first person point of view, the story unfolds from the very beginning of the unrest until Mae’s escape to America. There are photos that highlight the families while living in the refugee camps, and photos of Mae as he successfully integrated into American life and found meaningful purpose.
Under the Naga Tail wasn’t the easiest to read due to the subject matter. But, it certainly left a memorable impression that I won’t soon forget. Five stars.
I received a finished copy of the book from Greenleaf Book Group Press through Bookish First. The review herein is completely my own and contains my honest thoughts and opinions.
There are no words to explain the pain and suffering that the Chinese Cambodians like Mae Bunseng Taing had to endure under the Khmer Rouge regime. It’s unfathomable to think that such atrocities on the tens of thousands even occurred.
Under the Naga Tail is a testament to the people like Mae whose perseverance and determination fortified their resolve to escape war torn Cambodia.
Told in the first person point of view, the story unfolds from the very beginning of the unrest until Mae’s escape to America. There are photos that highlight the families while living in the refugee camps, and photos of Mae as he successfully integrated into American life and found meaningful purpose.
Under the Naga Tail wasn’t the easiest to read due to the subject matter. But, it certainly left a memorable impression that I won’t soon forget. Five stars.
I received a finished copy of the book from Greenleaf Book Group Press through Bookish First. The review herein is completely my own and contains my honest thoughts and opinions.