The Collective

The narrative follows Joshua Yoon, Eric Cho, and Jessica Tsai as they navigate their artistic ambitions at Macalester College, confronting challenges such as campus racism and the complexities of adult life in Cambridge. Their journey reflects the struggles of racial identity and the pressures faced by contemporary artists, leading them down divergent paths. Don Lee's work combines humor and tragedy, offering a profound exploration of these themes and marking a significant achievement in his literary career.