The Song of Everlasting Sorrow: A Novel of Shanghai by Anyi Wang

The Song of Everlasting Sorrow: A Novel of Shanghai

Anyi Wang with Michael Berry (Translator), Susan Chan Egan (Translator)

440 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction historical emotional sad slow-paced

Description

Set in post-World War II Shanghai, The Song of Everlasting Sorrow follows the adventures of Wang Qiyao, a girl born of the longtong, the crowded, labyrinthine alleys of Shanghai's working-class neighborhoods. Infatuated with the glitz and glamour ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 26 reviews

Moods

reflective 100%
challenging 50%
dark 50%
sad 50%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.72

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