Rich People Problems is the wacky and hilarious last book of the trilogy that started off with Crazy Rich Asians. This time, the matriarch of the family is getting old and on her deathbed. Upon hearing this, all her relatives pop out of the woodwork to rush to her side and jostle for a piece of her fortune. What follows is a slew of zany tactics as each person tries to overtly and secretively achieve their objectives.
What makes this series so awesome is that pretty much every character is lovable, even the "villains" (all except Michael). Most of the characters in this book have been introduced previously, and all my favorites are back: Astrid, Charlie, Kitty, Oliver, and even Eddie. Each has their own issues and motives, and all the story lines march forth cohesively at a good pace, satisfyingly reaching resolutions for everyone by the end.
Sometimes I get sick of reading all these serious books with realistic, mean characters who make everyone miserable, including the reader. That's why this series has felt like such a welcome reprieve. It's so over-the-top and outrageous that you never confuse it with real life. And most importantly, it reminds me that reading can be so much fun!
Readaroo Rating: 4 stars
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