In this hilarious and heartfelt memoir, Simu Liu recounts his rise to become Marvel's first Asian superhero Shang-Chi. Simu describes his carefree childhood in China under the care of his grandparents, his strained relationship with his parents after immigrating to Canada, and living at the poverty line as a struggling actor without formal training. We Were Dreamers is relatable to first-generation Asian immigrants with its portrayal of rampant racism, everlasting self-doubt, and parental pressure. But apart from that, Simu also offers valuable advice on navigating expectations and finding your dreams.

I always thought Simu had an easy rise to the top before listening to this memoir, probably because I associated the trajectory of his acting career with his former employment at Deloitte. But We Were Dreamers detailed his faults and hardships honestly. I love this book so much that I couldn't stop listening to it, and you don't have to be a Marvel fan to enjoy it!