The Headmaster's Wager by Vincent Lam
Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, this gripping narrative follows Percival Chen, a Chinese headmaster of an English academy in Saigon, who is deeply entrenched in his own world of gambling and self-preservation. As the political climate intensifies, Percival's life becomes a precarious balancing act between maintaining his school's reputation and protecting his family from the encroaching dangers. His unwavering belief in his own invincibility is challenged as he navigates the complexities of loyalty, identity, and survival in a rapidly changing society, ultimately forcing him to confront the consequences of his choices.
- Published
- 2012
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 350-400
- Original Language
- English
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