The Gangster of Love

In Jessica Hagedorn's electrifying novel, The Gangster of Love, the Rivera family, a Filipino American clan, navigates the complexities of life in the United States against the backdrop of vibrant cultural shifts from the 1960s to the 1980s. Following Rocky Rivera's arrival in the U.S. during the tumultuous late '60s, the story unfolds through the challenges of immigration and personal struggles, including Rocky's relationships and her family's tumultuous dynamics. As they grapple with their past and the allure of American success, the family's journey becomes a poignant exploration of identity, love, and the search for belonging.