The Moon Goddess's Smile

"Secrets, scars, and stories - a fascinating historical novel of cultural & personal significance." - Starred Review, Independent Book Review"An observant and emotionally authentic novel of homecoming. " - Kirkus ReviewsA biomedical researcher returns to China to transfer her late grandmother's apartment to her male cousin so he can marry. However, a simple legal task to save her dwindling clan becomes a bureaucratic nightmare, and her interracial marriage in Boston begins to unravel. While she struggles to regain equilibrium between two clashing cultures, her homebound journey evolves into a midlife self-discovery.The story portrays a resilient Chinese family that has survived a tumultuous century. Ultimately, it celebrates the human potential of reaching enlightenment during a crisis. Zoom Back