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"A devastating yet hopeful family saga set during the Japanese occupation of Manchuria, the Cultural Revolution, and the present day that explores the effects of intergenerational trauma, the legacy of colonialism, and the inescapability of fate through the prism of Chinese and Japanese folklore"-- Provided by publisher
A multigenerational novel following a Chinese family from the period of Japanese occupation in Manchuria through the Cultural Revolution and into the present day. The narrative centers on Qianze, who reconnects with her estranged father after many years and learns about his experiences as a Red Guard, as well as earlier family history shaped by war and political upheaval. As family stories unfold, elements drawn from Chinese folklore and prophecy intersect with contemporary life. The novel explores themes of historical memory, intergenerational trauma, and the lasting effects of colonialism and revolution