272 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781760113414
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Publication date: 24 August 2016
Description
This incredible tale about two boys' swim from mainland China to Hong Kong in search of freedom from poverty and oppression is inspired by a true story.
Community Reviews Summary of 51 reviews
Moods
dark 54%
hopeful 54%
tense 45%
adventurous 27%
challenging 27%
informative 27%
inspiring 27%
sad 27%
reflective 18%
funny 9%
Pace
fast 27%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 75% | Character: 25%Strong character development?
Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 11%Loveable characters?
Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 88% | No: 11%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 55% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 11%Average rating
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272 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781760113414
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Publication date: 24 August 2016
Description
This incredible tale about two boys' swim from mainland China to Hong Kong in search of freedom from poverty and oppression is inspired by a true story.
Community Reviews Summary of 51 reviews
Moods
dark 54%
hopeful 54%
tense 45%
adventurous 27%
challenging 27%
informative 27%
inspiring 27%
sad 27%
reflective 18%
funny 9%
Pace
fast 27%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 75% | Character: 25%Strong character development?
Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 11%Loveable characters?
Yes: 88% | It's complicated: 11%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 88% | No: 11%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 55% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 11%Average rating
Content Warnings
This book doesn't have any content warnings yet!
If you're the author of this book and want to add author-approved content warnings, please email us at [email protected] to request the content warning form.