Wow wow wow, I don't normally read memoirs but this book was recommended to me by my sister in law and all I can say is that it's took me on a rollercoaster of emotions. As a hmong women myself, I was able to relate to quite a few things that happend to Tswb so tears may or may not have been shedded. But growing up, I used to hear my grandparents stories about Laos and by being able to read about Tswb experience, it really opened my eyes and perspective on what they had to do to survive. I commend Kao Kalia on writing her mother's story so beautifully.