Memories of Peking: South Side Stories by Hai-Yin Lin

Memories of Peking: South Side Stories

Hai-Yin Lin with Nancy Ing (Translator), Chi Pang-Yuan (Translator)

228 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction short stories emotional reflective slow-paced

Description

Through the keen eyes and curious mind of a young girl, Ying-tzu, we are given a glimpse into the adult world of Peking in the 1920s. Exploring ideas of loss and bewilderment, Lin Hai-yin carefully captures the transition from childhood to adultho...

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Moods

emotional 100%
hopeful 100%
inspiring 100%
lighthearted 100%
reflective 100%
relaxing 100%

Pace

medium 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 100%

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4.08

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