Linda Jaivin crafts narratives that delve into the complexities of human connection and cross-cultural encounters. With a keen eye for detail and a profound understanding of the human psyche, she explores themes of identity, desire, and the pursuit of understanding across diverse worlds. Her prose, enriched by elements of travel writing and essays, offers readers engaging and thought-provoking literary experiences.
"Journey at a thrilling clip across the epic history of China-through millennia of early innovation to modern dominance"--
"Modern China is at once an economic powerhouse and authoritarian state, an increasingly assertive superpower and an icon of modernity. Chinese history is no less contradictory. ... Jaivin distills this vast, complex story into a vivid narrative, from ancient times to Xi Jinping the Covid-19 pandemic and the rise of teh 'wolf warriors'. She dismantles ideas of a monolithic China, revealing a nation of startling diversity. And she gives China's women, from ancient warriors, inventors and rebels to their 21st century counterparts, long overude attention." -- Dust jacket.
"Recounts the fascinating and tumultuous history of the city, from the days when Peking Man roamed its fertile plains until the present day, and explores unique features such as Tiananmen Square, its imperial lakes, princely mansions and art districts ... Jaivin also provides an eclectic mix of tips for the traveller, from where to shop for Chinese musical instruments to the wonders of the Police Museum and how to party like you're from Vladivostok"--From publisher description.
Exploring candid conversations among women about sex, this debut novel offers a revealing glimpse into their thoughts and experiences. Linda Jaivin's engaging narrative invites readers to eavesdrop on intimate discussions, highlighting the complexities of desire, relationships, and female sexuality. With its bestseller status in both the United States and Australia, the book promises a provocative and insightful journey through women's perspectives on a often-taboo subject.