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Historical Fiction · ThoughtfulA mother tells her daughter her secret past
The Kitchen God’s Wife
by Amy Tan
See it on Amazon1991Moderate readSteady pace
What it is about
Winnie Louie tells her daughter about her past in China, including a brutal marriage. Amy Tan’s 1991 novel is a story of survival.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy stories set firmly in a real time and place, with a thoughtful mood and a steady pace. It is a read that rewards some attention.
Themes: Mothers · China · Secrets
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About the author
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