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Being a semi-autobiographical novel, we are presented with the opportunity to peek into a China which was wrestling against itself, defying the reality of a changing social landscape and evolving global trends. Shards of modernity puncture the musty, oppressive veil, with the conclusion of the novel setting the ultimate message that society will change through the will of individuals, no matter how oppressed they may be.

It’s a very textured and impressionistic book which is easily gobbled up.]]>