Tag: Asia books

The two novellas in Touring the Land of the Dead by Maki Kashimada give you a glimpse into two women’s innermost thoughts.

Becoming Inspector Chen by Qiu Xiaolong is not a mystery novel, rather it is about ordinary people surviving what life throws at them in China.

The Memory Police by Japanese author Yoko Ogawa is an intriguing story about not very remarkable characters.

Oh, Tama! from Mieko Kanai is about someone's identity. The trouble that one pregnant woman and a pregnant cat can cause...

Dead Money by Srinath Adiga is about the power of hope. How far do you think that people are willing to go for what they believe in?

What are the best new books in 2020? And how about surprisingly good older gems? A year of reviewing books led me to some very engaging books.

There's No Such Thing as an Easy Job by Kikuko Tsumura is funny at times, deep at others. An excellent read about passion and finding meaning.

The Ghost Moths by Harry Farthing is about Tibet’s struggle for independence. A great read infused with history, culture, and mysteries.

My Brilliant Life by Korean author Ae-ran Kim is about appreciating life while facing your own mortality. Told from a bright and fresh perspective.

The Underground Village by Korean author Kang Kyeong-ae is a storybook giving insight into the lives of those that came before us. Placeless stories, sometimes timeless, showing the harsh reality of life.