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The Lost Queen is a multi-layered novel that explores themes of identity, and family legacy. The story is told from multiple points of views and timelines and that really helps bring everything together. Phan’s characters are flawed, real, and each carrying burdens. Phan also does not shy away from the messiness of family ties, resentments, and secrets. The pace at times does move a little slow but overall this is a great read about understanding our past and finding a path forward.