A Fine Piece of Jade (Paperback). This item is unavailable.A Fine Piece of Jade (Paperback)

Paperback. A Fine Piece of Jade is a fictionalised account of the authors mothers experiences during the Japanese occupation of China and the rise of Communist China.The story follows Wang Qi and Yuanyuan, two girls sent from their privileged homes to a missionary school in Wuhans French Concession during World War II. Through war, revolution, and political oppression, the fiercely independent Wang Qi and the ever-cheerful Yuanyuan form a bond that gives them strength, though greater dangers may lie closer than they expect.The novel explores the struggles of women in a male-dominated society, contrasting those who conform with those who fight for change. It celebrates resilience, friendship, and faith in times of loss and betrayal, while weaving Chinese mythology into a vivid portrayal of Hankou under occupation. A Fine Piece of Jade is a fictionalised account of the authors mothers experiences during the Japanese occupation of China and the rise of Communist China. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…