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During the closing years of the nineteenth century, Willow—a headstrong daughter of fervent Christian missionaries—meets Pearl S. Buck in the small southern town of Chin‑kiang. Their initial friction turns into a deep friendship that anchors both girls as China descends into turbulence. Through their shared experiences and mutual support, they navigate personal growth and the upheavals of a nation on the brink of profound change.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Anchee Min
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