I loved Nichol Chung’s debut memoir, All You Can Ever Know, Know, so I couldn’t wait to read her latest, A Living Remedy. Continuing to explore themes of identity and race, A Living Remedy also delves into themes of grief, class, and our fractured healthcare system up through the days of the COVID-19 pandemic. I want to spare the reader spoilers because I was riveted by Nicole’s experience of growing up, moving across the country from her adoptive parents, and raising a family of her own. Her exquisite writing and tender vulnerability make this a stand-out memoir for me. Highly recommend!
A Living Remedy by Nicole Chung, (List Price: $19.99, Ecco, 9780063031623, April 2024)
Reviewed by Jessica Nock, Main Street Books in Davidson, North Carolina