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Our Missing Hearts

Reese's Book Club: A Novel

14 minCeleste Ng

What's it about

What would you risk to find a loved one in a world ruled by fear and silence? This gripping story throws you into a society where children are taken from parents deemed unpatriotic, exploring the unbreakable bond between a mother and her son. Discover how a young boy's quest to find his missing mother uncovers a secret network of resistance. You'll witness the power of art, stories, and hope in the fight against injustice, and question what it truly means to be brave in a world demanding conformity.

Meet the author

Celeste Ng is the number one New York Times bestselling author of three novels, including the critically acclaimed Little Fires Everywhere and Everything I Never Told You. A former Guggenheim Fellow, her work explores the intricate dynamics of family, race, and the secrets we keep. Ng's background as the daughter of immigrants from Hong Kong deeply informs her powerful storytelling, giving her a unique lens on the themes of art, identity, and parental love that are central to Our Missing Hearts.

Our Missing Hearts book cover

What's it about

What would you risk to find a loved one in a world ruled by fear and silence? This gripping story throws you into a society where children are taken from parents deemed unpatriotic, exploring the unbreakable bond between a mother and her son. Discover how a young boy's quest to find his missing mother uncovers a secret network of resistance. You'll witness the power of art, stories, and hope in the fight against injustice, and question what it truly means to be brave in a world demanding conformity.

Meet the author

Celeste Ng is the number one New York Times bestselling author of three novels, including the critically acclaimed Little Fires Everywhere and Everything I Never Told You. A former Guggenheim Fellow, her work explores the intricate dynamics of family, race, and the secrets we keep. Ng's background as the daughter of immigrants from Hong Kong deeply informs her powerful storytelling, giving her a unique lens on the themes of art, identity, and parental love that are central to Our Missing Hearts.