In this powerful book by Constance Wu, she talks about her experience with sexism, racism, and family trauma. Making a Scene is possibly viewed better as an essay collection rather than a memoir due to the scattered themes that aren't chronologically ordered. Wu also spends a good portion of the book on childhood anecdotes and less on her journey to becoming an actress.

I adore the authenticity of Making a Scene, where she includes examples of her "making a scene", no matter how cringy it is looking back. Wu has so much room and grace to forgive those who've hurt her, especially since she's still friends with some of her exes! I also love how she talks about her pleasant experiences growing up in suburban Virginia as one of the few Asian families without experiencing the stereotypical Asian immigrant childhood.

I would've liked to hear more about Wu's experiences as an Asian American woman in the entertainment industry. She talked about being in Fresh Off the Boat and addressed the controversial tweet, but I totally wouldn't mind reading more about her time filming Crazy Rich Asians (maybe her next book?)

Making a Scene has received mixed reviews but personally, I love that Wu is unapologetic in telling her truth. She has inspired me to put myself out there, take up space, and make a scene!