The Chosen and the Beautiful

by Nghi Vo

Description

In a world where beauty can be a kind of power—and power always has a cost—two women are drawn into a story of devotion, danger, and transformation. As their lives intersect with forces larger than themselves, they must navigate love and loyalty while confronting the myths, expectations, and bargains that shape who gets to be “chosen.” With lyrical prose and sharp emotional insight, this novel blends intimate character work with sweeping, speculative stakes. It explores themes of identity, agency, and the ways communities define worth, asking what it truly means to be seen—and to choose yourself.

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hardcover

Tordotcom

Published Jun 1, 2021

272 pages

ISBN: 9781250784780

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Community Reviews(1)

@gxuosiJul 3, 2026

a version of the great gatsby i actually liked?? holy shit. also jordan baker always being my fav in that wretched book made this book soooo much more enjoyable

Details

First Published

2021

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for The Chosen and the Beautiful by Nghi Vo.

Sexual Violence
Abuse
Death/Grief
War/Trauma