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Mike C Considering the book is fundamentally about the relationship between two men during war time, I think there are a couple of well rounded female charac…moreConsidering the book is fundamentally about the relationship between two men during war time, I think there are a couple of well rounded female characters - Michiko, Isabel, and several lesser ones such Aunt Mai, Ming and the ghost of Philip's mother - if there were more women characters and they played a more prominent role in the book, then it would be a different story.(less)

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Sue Magee Interview here:
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I just read The Garden Of Evening Mists and I enjoyed it, now I'm interested in The Gift Of Rain but I wonder, could having read the other book just before make this one less enjoyable?

Linda Amos No. Gift of Rain is set in Penang. I have enjoyed them both.

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what is the theme of the book?

Bella (Kiki) The themes the author explores in this book are the complexities of identity and divided loyalties, especially for those of mixed heritage like the ma…moreThe themes the author explores in this book are the complexities of identity and divided loyalties, especially for those of mixed heritage like the main character. It also explores loyalty and finding one's place in the world after the trauma of war.(less)

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