Summary of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao

The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao by Junot Diaz tells the story of Oscar de Leon, an overweight and awkward Dominican-American living in New Jersey. Oscar is obsessed with science fiction and fantasy, and dreams of becoming a great writer. His family is cursed with "fuku," a curse that has followed them for generations, leading to heartbreak and tragedy. Oscar's search for love and a sense of belonging brings him into contact with a variety of characters, including his overbearing mother, his rebellious sister, and a variety of ex-lovers. The story follows Oscar's adventures as he tries to break the family curse and find a place for himself in the world.