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Seattle Author Lucy Tan Releases New Book 'Tiger's Mouth'
Seattle author Lucy Tan's new book 'Tiger's Mouth' explores class differences and AI ethics through the friendship of two contrasting characters.
In brief
Seattle author Lucy Tan's new book 'Tiger's Mouth' explores class differences and AI ethics through the friendship of two contrasting characters. Seattle author Lucy Tan's new book 'Tiger's Mouth' follows Jack Chen, a Chinese immigrant's son, and Jack Owens, a tech heir, navigating class divides and AI ethics…
New Book Release
Seattle author Lucy Tan releases 'Tiger's Mouth' on November 17 from Ballantine Books.
Character Dynamics
Jack Chen, son of Chinese immigrants, and Jack Owens, heir to tech giant K.O. Systems, form a complex friendship.
Side Door Strategy
Chen uses strategic 'side door' tactics to navigate opportunities despite being told no repeatedly.
Class Exploration
Tan explores how class differences impact identity and relationships across generations.
K.O. Systems Character
K.O. Systems functions as a corporate entity with a 'slightly evil' subsection controlling operations.
AI Ethics Concerns
Tan warns about AI usage without consent and corporate transparency in healthcare and other industries.
Author's Motivation
Tan wrote the book to combat depression and provide hope amid societal confusion about technology.
Book Events
Tan hosts events at Folio: The Seattle Athenaeum and Holiday Bookfest for book discussions.
Book Details
320 pages, $31, available November 17 from Ballantine Books.
In short
Seattle author Lucy Tan's new book 'Tiger's Mouth' follows Jack Chen, a Chinese immigrant's son, and Jack Owens, a tech heir, navigating class divides and AI ethics.
