The End is Only the Beginning: How "Sea Change" by Gina Chung Portrays the Lingering Effect of Domestic Abuse

From the surface, Sea Change by Gina Chung seems to be about navigating life's many difficulties while healing from deep-rooted trauma and loss. Following a troubled 30-year-old's life as she tries to deal with grief from her father's disappearance, her recent breakup with her boyfriend of three years, and her childhood traumas. I think we can all partly see ourselves in the main character Aurora, nicknamed Ro. Especially for those who grew up in an Asian household, Ro's uncut experiences serve as a painfully honest representation.