Days of Distraction

Days of Distraction is a novel by Alexandra Chang, published in 2020. It is the story of a young Chinese-American woman who struggles with her identity, career, and relationship as she moves from California to New York with her white boyfriend. The novel is written in a fragmented and witty style, mixing personal anecdotes, historical facts, and internet research. It explores themes such as racism, immigration, family, love, and self-discovery.