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60 pages 2 hours read

Jesse Q. Sutanto

Dial A for Aunties

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto is a novel that blends cozy mystery, romantic comedy, and contemporary domestic fiction genres within Chinese Indonesian culture. It follows Meddy Chan and her three aunts as they try to conceal a body after a date goes wrong, all while handling a high-profile wedding and Meddy's rekindling romance with an ex-boyfriend. Topics include accidental murder and concealed death.

Reviews & Readership

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Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto has garnered positive praise for its humorous and engaging storytelling. Readers appreciate the blend of romance, comedy, and mystery, deeming it a fun and captivating read. Some critique the plot for being predictable and the characters for lacking depth. Overall, it's seen as an entertaining escape for those seeking a light-hearted story.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dial A for Aunties?

Reader profile: Fans of lighthearted rom-coms and madcap mysteries will delight in Jesse Q. Sutanto's Dial A for Aunties. Comparable to Sophie Kinsella's Confessions of a Shopaholic and Kevin Kwan's Crazy Rich Asians, this book is ideal for those who enjoy humor, family hijinks, and unexpected thrills.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years