Dust Child by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai

Set against the backdrop of post-war Vietnam, the narrative unfolds through the intertwined lives of two sisters who become bar girls to support their family, an American veteran returning to confront his past, and a mixed-race child searching for her identity. As their paths cross, the story delves into themes of love, redemption, and the lingering scars of war, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the enduring impact of history on personal lives.

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