“Expansive, atmospheric, and affecting. 'Magical and powerful, Peach Blossom Spring brings to life the costs of wars and conflicts while illuminating the spirit of human survival.”―Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai, author of The Mountains Sing 'I so enjoyed this book.' -Alisa Chang, NPR's All Things Considered I absolutely adored this novel about love and war, migration and belonging.” -Christy Lefteri, author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo The novel begins in a China as Meilin and her young son flee their home along with her brother in law and his family as the Japanese army advances into China during WWII. It is the story of family, love, perseverance, and determination. 'An accomplished first novel.' - New York Times Book Review Peach Blossom Spring is sweeping multi generational story that spans decades. NOMINATED FOR THE GOODREADS CHOICE 'BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR' Spanning continents and generations, Peach Blossom Spring is a bold and moving story about the haunting power of our past, the sacrifices we make to protect our children, and one family's search for a place to call home.Ī BOOK OF THE MONTH CLUB PICK AND NOMINEE FOR 'BOOK OF THE YEAR'

How can he tell his story when he's left so much behind? Though his daughter, Lily, is desperate to understand her heritage, he refuses to talk about his childhood in China. Years later, Renshu has settled in America as Henry Dao. On the perilous journey that follows, across a China transformed by war, they find comfort and wisdom in their most treasured possession, a beautifully illustrated hand scroll filled with ancient fables. Meilin and her four-year-old son, Renshu, flee their burning city as Japanese forces advance. A 'beautifully rendered' novel about war, migration, and the power of telling our stories, Peach Blossom Spring follows three generations of a Chinese family on their search for a place to call home (Georgia Hunter, New York Times bestselling author).Ī country at war.

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