JOY LUCK CLUB Amy Tan Published in 1989 Chinese American Major and minor characters: The novel consists of 8 major and minor characters. The Mothers: Suyuan Woo, An-Mei Hsu, Lindo Jong, Ying-ying St.Clair. The Daughters: Jing-mei "June"ÃÂ Woo, Rose Hsu Jordan, Waverly Jong, Lena St. Clair.
Suyuan Woo, June's mother is a very uptight woman who rarely has to say anything positive at all. She is however very observant and reflects greatly on the past. Very opinionated about most everything.
An-Mei Hsu, a close friend of Suyuan Woo, and member of the Joy Luck Club. Very easy going with a good sense of humor and watchful to friends and family. Advice and comforting is her specialty.
Lindo Jong, a very adventurous character whose travels take her to China at the beginning of the novel. She has a humorous side to her that is a pleasure to read about. Her personality also involves a negative side of pushing her daughter to the limit.
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The Joy Luck ClubHaving to be the best at all things.
Ying-ying St. Clair is the mysterious character of the novel. She said she always wanted to keep her true nature hidden. She is always watching others instead of herself.
"June"ÃÂ Woo is the very unsecure daughter of Suyuan. She is looking to find a place in life as well as a place for her heart.
Rose Hsu Jordan, the daughter who was responsible for everything her family encountered. She grew up with a large family and had close bonds with each member. She is kind, yet has an attitude of small things.
Waverly Jong, grew up as a pressured child playing chess, and the piano. Grew up to become an independent woman who is able to think clearly for herself.
Lena St. Clair, the rogue of the group. She...