Claire H. (CHalamka) reviewed on 12/3/2011 + 26 more book reviews

This book is the story of two sisters and their lives before and after the Communist takeover of China and the way their family was devastated by it. From their forced marriages and their attempts to escape the violence that takes place in their city of Shanghai we see the strength of character and courage of the two girls who manage to survive.
The author gives a very vivid and eye-opening view of that period of Chinese history as well as the customs and attitudes of the Chinese people.

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