A collection of essays on a number of subjects that are deeply personal, thought provoking, and moving. Xi Xu doesn't back away from sensitive subject matter like her mother's long struggle with Alzheimer's and the impact it had on her family.

The writer's dark sense of humour shines through in an entertaining as well as compelling fashion, and her prose is a genuine delight to read.

Was glad to have come across this title.

Recommended.

With thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC.

The Fish is Fowl written by Xi Xu a collection of essays that share her world her point of view.Xixu has a brilliant writing style each essay drew me in either to her personal life her thoughts on political topics.Always involved always topical always real Highky recommend would make great classroom bookclub discussions,#netgalley#uofNebraskapress

Xu Xi’s prose is smart, poignant and fluid. She navigates between the personal and international experience through a deeply compassionate writing style and themes.