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352 pages • first pub 2001 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780300167962
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Yale University Press
Publication date: 24 April 2012
Description
The first full-length novel by Chinese author Can Xue to appear in EnglishFive Spice Street tells the story of a street in an unnamed city whose inhabitants speculate on the life of a mysterious Madam X. The novel interweaves their endless supposi...
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352 pages • first pub 2001 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780300167962
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Yale University Press
Publication date: 24 April 2012
Description
The first full-length novel by Chinese author Can Xue to appear in EnglishFive Spice Street tells the story of a street in an unnamed city whose inhabitants speculate on the life of a mysterious Madam X. The novel interweaves their endless supposi...
Community Reviews Summary of 15 reviews
Moods
funny 100%
reflective 100%
dark 50%
Pace
medium 50%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 100%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 100%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
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If you're the author of this book and want to add author-approved content warnings, please email us at [email protected] to request the content warning form.