On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous

Service95 Recommends is the home of the books we love and reviews from our contributors. On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong tells a story of identity through a lyrical letter written from a son to his mother.

What We Say: "This semi-autobiographical novel speaks solemnly of Vuong’s experiences as an immigrant and a gay man and is written as a beautifully honest open letter to his mother who can’t read" — Jamie Styles 

What They Say: “Everything is beautiful in this debut… Vuong has originality running through his veins, and a good deal of humour and impish charm… This impressive debut hints at even greater things to come” – The Times

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Jamie Styles is Editorial Assistant at Service95

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