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I Am China
I Am China
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In a detention centre in Dover exiled Chinese musician Jian is awaiting an unknown fate. In Beijing his girlfriend Mu sends desperate letters to London to track him down, her last memory of them together a roaring rock concert and Jian the king on stage. Until the state police stormed in.
As Iona unravels the story of these Chinese lovers from their first flirtations at Beijing University to Jian’s march in the Jasmine Revolution, Jian and Mu seem to be travelling further and further away from each other while Iona feels more and more alive. Intoxicated by their romance, Iona sets out to bring them back together, but time seems to be running out.
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A poignant tale of love crossing borders and barriers.
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Who is this book for?
If you love stories about powerful connections and the political struggles that shape them, I Am China offers an emotional journey through love, exile, and activism. The narrative beautifully captures the intensity of Jian and Mu's romance against a backdrop of revolutionary change, while Iona's quest to reunite them adds a layer of hope and persistence. This book is a heartfelt exploration of how personal stories intersect with larger societal upheavals, making it a compelling read for those drawn to human resilience.