"My Dad: Fortunate or Unfortunate?" by Vũ Thành tells the story of the author's father, who grew up in northern Vietnam amidst hardship and family loss. After the death of his mother, he endured cruelty from a stepmother, political upheaval, and dangerous escapes from communist forces. His faith in God's protection carried him through these challenges, from forced labour as a child to fleeing Vietnam by boat with his family in 1975. Despite the hardships, they eventually found freedom in Australia. The story highlights resilience, the power of faith, and the enduring bond between a father and his family.