So why do I love the book? It takes place during the arranged marriages and foot binding days of China. I will read almost anything about the struggles of humanity - a favorite of mine when I was little was Road to Memphis. But China really draws me in since I am Chinese. Anyway, I learned a lot about Chinese traditions and ways of thinking, some of which my family is accustomed to today. And some history too (this is partially based on factual events)! But the primary reason is because it's a (tragic) love story. What a sucker I am. It's explores common emotions - regret, passion, revenge, longing, anger, and love evolving through time. It's a sniffler (tissues recommended) with surprising twists. But since a chunk of this book is told through the a 15/16 year old girl, some may think it's quite immature. In some parts, I just wanted to slap her and make her face reality! And the beliefs of the afterworld may be a little far fetched for some.
But if I had to sum up this book in a single word, I'd say it's "beautiful."
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