A review by pun1sher
China Dolls by Lisa See

emotional inspiring mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The main plot twist was easy to guess but this was an enjoyable read anyway. A very interesting peak into 30s/40s America, East Asian-American communities, and relationships between women.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Racial slurs, Alcohol, Sexism, Racism, Violence, Sexual harassment, Xenophobia, Toxic friendship, and Domestic abuse

Moderate: Gaslighting, Cursing, Stalking, War, Police brutality, Misogyny, and Murder

Minor: Death of parent, Pregnancy, Rape, and Homophobia