Book Review: Bamboo & Lace

Bamboo & Lace by Lori Wick is a light romantic novel, an enjoyable read with a message, and a fun vacation. Who doesn't want to occasionally escape to Hawaii?

After being raised in a remote Asian village, the main character, Lily, finds herself in an exciting yet overwhelming world when she arrives on the island of Oahu. Watching Lily discover kitchen appliances, modern conveniences, and the grocery store for the first time gave me cause to reflect on the many things we take for granted and how much joy we miss when we rush through our multitasking lives.

A look into the Asian culture and the subservient status of women was both disturbing and thought provoking and again brought me back to the realization of how fortunate we are to live in a democracy.

As Lily struggles with choosing family honor or true love, the book shows in a masterful way how God can break through stubborn pride, change hearts, and move mountains.