Candy by Mian Mian
A Novel of Love and Addiction
The book is a gritty and raw portrayal of youth culture in 1990s China, following the tumultuous life of a young woman named Hong. Caught in a whirlwind of drugs, love, and rebellion, Hong navigates a world marked by disillusionment and the search for identity amidst societal upheaval. The narrative delves into the complexities of human relationships and the dark underbelly of a rapidly changing society, offering a poignant and unflinching look at the struggles and fleeting joys of a generation on the edge.
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- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Chinese
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 13th on Top 25 Best Fiction Books on China: Understanding Contemporary China through Modern Literary Fiction (What’s on Weibo)
- Fifty French Writers Choose Their Favorite 10 Books - Honourable Mention (On en garde 10 ! Pour la littérature)