'Woman Warrior' by Maxine Hong Kingston is a profound exploration of identity, blending memoir with Chinese folklore to examine the immigrant experience, gender, and the power of storytelling. A seminal work in Asian American literature.

Junot Diaz's Pulitzer-winning novel, 'The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao,' is a vibrant tale of love, identity, and the Dominican diaspora, blending history, fantasy, and humor in a unforgettable narrative.

Henry Roth's 'Mercy of a Rude Stream-A Star Shines Over Mt. Morris Park' is a captivating tale of a young Jewish immigrant's life in New York City, exploring themes of identity, family, and the pursuit of the American dream through rich narrative and deep character insights.