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Book SynopsisAmy Tan was born in the US to immigrant parents from China. Her novels include
The Joy Luck Club,
The Kitchen God's Wife,
The Hundred Secret Senses,
The Bonesetter's Daughter and
Saving Fish from Drowning, all
New York Times bestsellers and the recipient of various awards. She is also the author of a memoir,
The Opposite of Fate, two children's books,
The Moon Lady and
Sagwa, and numberous articles for magazines. Her work has been translated into 35 languages and has been adapted for film, television and opera. Amy Tan also serves as the Literary Editor for the
Los Angeles Times magazine.
Trade ReviewThe Joy Luck Club is an ambitious saga that’s impossible to read without wanting to call your mum * Stylist *
Pure enchantment * Mail on Sunday *
Honest, moving and beautifully courageous -- Alice Walker
A brilliant first novel... Tan writes from the heart, cutting sharp edges with wit, wisdom and a gentle and delicate precision... The novel covers a remarkable spectrum and reveals the private secrets and ghosts that haunt, torment - and comfort. Completely compelling * Time Out *
That rare, mesmerizing novel that one always seeks but seldom finds...a pure joy to read * Chicago Tribune *
