Dial A for Aunties — Book Club Kit
by Jesse Q. Sutanto
The murder mystery rom-com that had Emily Henry laughing out loud — now with everything your book club needs to make it an unforgettable night.
One accidental murder. One very inconvenient corpse in a cake cooler. One billionaire island wedding that cannot — under any circumstances — be ruined. And four spectacularly meddling Chinese-Indonesian aunties who will do absolutely anything for family.
Jesse Q. Sutanto's Dial A for Aunties is the book club pick that has it all: belly laughs, genuine heart, a swoony rekindled romance, and just enough chaos to keep everyone talking long after the last page. Named one of NPR's Best Books of 2021, winner of the UK Comedy Women in Print Prize, and optioned by Netflix — this one is a party in a book, and this kit makes sure your club celebrates accordingly.
What's in the Kit
Discussion Questions — 25 thoughtfully crafted questions organized by theme, covering family loyalty vs. personal freedom, intergenerational immigration, cultural identity, the rom-com and murder mystery genre mashup, and the role of humor in storytelling. Includes accessible openers and deeper-dive questions for groups that want to go there.
Character Cards — Quick-reference profiles for Meddy, Ma, Big Auntie, Second Auntie, Fourth Auntie, and Nathan, with personality notes and talking points to keep discussion grounded in the text.
Theme Guide — A one-page overview of the novel's four core themes: Familial Duty vs. Independence · The Karmic Justice of Honesty and Lies · Loyalty vs. Fear · Intergenerational Immigration — with context on the Chinese-Indonesian cultural backdrop that makes this book so rich.
Quote Cards — 10 of the novel's most memorable, funny, and surprisingly moving lines, formatted for display or to spark discussion.
Host Guide — Suggested snacks and drinks inspired by the book, conversation icebreakers, a host timeline for running a 90-minute meeting, and optional activity ideas (including a "what would YOUR auntie do?" scenario game).
Spoiler-Safe Summary Card — A one-page handout for any club member who didn't quite finish the book. No judgment. We've all been there.