Discussion date: March 10, 2003

What we thought:
A rare combination of a powerful story and a compelling educational experience. We were unanimous in giving this book 5 stars, both for what it taught us about the horrors of life in post-war Vietnam, and for how deeply Kien moved us with his haunting retelling of his family's ordeals.

Links of interest:

Publisher's web site

Moondance: How a psychic healer became Kien's father figure, helping him find his "voice," publish his story, and eventually sell it to the movies.

Minneapolis Star-Tribune: Recounts some of Kien's experiences after coming to America, including the genesis of his second book 'The Tapestries', and how his girlfriend has helped to promote his career.

Notes:
Thanks to Marcia and her special helper Caitlin for their warm welcome to the hardy few who ventured out into the cold March evening. Get-well wishes to all those who've been laid low by this endless winter.