Helen Hoang

In "The Bride Test" by Helen Hoang, Khai Diep, an autistic man who believes he cannot feel emotions like grief and love, becomes the focus of his mother's matchmaking efforts. Convinced that Khai experiences emotions differently, his mother travels to Vietnam and selects Esme as the perfect bride for him. Esme, however, faces the challenge of winning over Khai, who remains convinced of his emotional limitations. This novel explores themes of love, understanding, and cultural differences as Esme attempts to seduce Khai and break through his self-imposed emotional barriers.