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A review by bookedupandbusy
The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai
4.0
How can a tragic story be written so beautifully? I did not know much about this story, went in blind, it was chosen for a book club pick and I ended up thoroughly enjoying it. I have not read any literature based on Vietnam and the story introduced me to the culture, traditions and many disheartening challenges in which the country experienced from The Great Hunger and The Land Reform.
Filled with inspiring quotes and proverbs, the story is a character driven book, told from the viewpoint of Grandma and her Granddaughter, Huong. The women detail the family’s tragic war experiences over the two generations. Some chapters are devastating to read. The Grandmother is inspirational and courageous. She had to make difficult decisions during the war and I admire her strength.
Filled with inspiring quotes and proverbs, the story is a character driven book, told from the viewpoint of Grandma and her Granddaughter, Huong. The women detail the family’s tragic war experiences over the two generations. Some chapters are devastating to read. The Grandmother is inspirational and courageous. She had to make difficult decisions during the war and I admire her strength.