This book will touch the hearts of any American, whether immigrant, 1st, 2nd or 3rd generation. It is very richly detailed & has great character development. When reading, everyday paralels will inevitably be made. Stradling two worlds is very difficult & intimidating for children of immigrants, & Jhumpa Lahiri does a wonderful job of addressing the fears one might have in that situation; as if it's not hard enough for children to fit in even if not from an immigrant family. I would highly recomend this book to any bookclub, it was a fabulous read.