Beijing Doll by Chun Sue

Beijing Doll

Chun Sue

240 pages • first pub 2002 (view editions)

fiction young adult challenging reflective fast-paced
Powered by AI (Beta)

Beijing Doll is ideal for readers seeking a raw, rebellious coming-of-age story that explores teenage defiance and self-discovery within a countercultural backdrop.

Description

Banned in China for its candid exploration of a young girl's sexual awakening yet widely acclaimed as being "the first novel of 'tough youth' in China" (Beijing Today), Beijing Doll cuts a daring path through China's rock-and-roll subculture. This...

Read more

Community Reviews

2.91
based on 153 reviews

Moods

reflective: 75%

emotional: 50%

dark: 25%

adventurous: 12%

funny: 12%

mysterious: 12%

sad: 12%

tense: 12%

Pace

12% of readers chose fast
50% of readers chose medium
37% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

12% of readers chose A mix
87% of readers chose Character
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

14% of readers chose Complicated
85% of readers chose No
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

14% of readers chose Complicated
85% of readers chose No
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

14% of readers chose Yes
42% of readers chose Complicated
42% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

100% of readers chose Yes
Yes

Content Warnings

Submitted by users as part of their reviews

Expand filter menu View summary

See all...
Accept and close

By using The StoryGraph, you agree to our use of cookies.
We use a small number of cookies to provide you with a great experience.

Find out more