Mandarin Plaid
por
S.J. Rozan
Aún sin calificaciones
Formato
Tapa blanda
Páginas
275
Idioma
Inglés
Publicado
Jan 1, 1997
Editorial
St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN-10
0312962835
ISBN-13
9780312962838
Descripción
Lydia Chin navigates the bustling streets of New York, far removed from the oppressive atmosphere of her mother’s old sweatshop. As an investigator, she thrives on the energy of the city, balancing the threads of her Chinese heritage with the realities of modern urban life. Lydia finds herself embroiled in a complex tapestry of cultures, secrets, and long-buried family ghosts that resurface when a local businesswoman, a prominent figure in the community, goes missing.
With each unraveling clue, Lydia is drawn deeper into a world of organized crime and cultural identity, forcing her to confront the legacy of hard work and sacrifice that her mother endured. The vibrant backdrop of Manhattan serves as both a setting and a character in its own right, rich with history and diversity, illuminating the struggles and aspirations of its inhabitants.
As the investigation takes unexpected twists, Lydia relies on her keen instincts and an inherited stubbornness to guide her. Intersecting lives and stories unfold, revealing how interconnected their fates truly are. Readers will be captivated by Lydia’s resilience as she seeks not only justice for the missing woman but also a better understanding of her own past.
Through intricate narratives and engaging prose, this story weaves together themes of family loyalty, cultural heritage, and personal empowerment. As Lydia digs deeper, the search for truth transforms into a journey of self-discovery, reflecting the complexities of the immigrant experience in contemporary America.
With each unraveling clue, Lydia is drawn deeper into a world of organized crime and cultural identity, forcing her to confront the legacy of hard work and sacrifice that her mother endured. The vibrant backdrop of Manhattan serves as both a setting and a character in its own right, rich with history and diversity, illuminating the struggles and aspirations of its inhabitants.
As the investigation takes unexpected twists, Lydia relies on her keen instincts and an inherited stubbornness to guide her. Intersecting lives and stories unfold, revealing how interconnected their fates truly are. Readers will be captivated by Lydia’s resilience as she seeks not only justice for the missing woman but also a better understanding of her own past.
Through intricate narratives and engaging prose, this story weaves together themes of family loyalty, cultural heritage, and personal empowerment. As Lydia digs deeper, the search for truth transforms into a journey of self-discovery, reflecting the complexities of the immigrant experience in contemporary America.
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