Ping’s CD

To Jane, the CD Ping gifts her symbolizes the mysterious world of adults. Jane believes Ping gives her the CD to pacify her which wounds her feelings. Jane’s immediate tossing of Ping’s CD in the trash illustrates her immaturity and self-absorption.

Comic Books

Comic books are symbolic of Baba and Lee’s love for one another. Lee sends Baba comic books with love letters inside during Baba’s depressive episode. The discovery of this shocks Jane, who is hurt that her father would find solace in Lee’s words during his tough time.

Body Brushes

Body brushes are a gift that Jane both receives and gifts. Seemingly random, the gift conveys Mah’s fondness for her daughter as well as Jane’s regard for Won. They are a symbol of affection in the novel.

Won’s plastic surgery

Won’s plastic surgery...