Chemistry
- 211pages
- 8 heures de lecture
"A novel about a young Chinese woman whose graduate studies in chemistry go off track and lead her to discover the truths about her goals and desires"--
Weike Wang écrit une prose percutante et fraîche qui explore avec une acuité et un humour remarquables les thèmes de l'identité, de la culture et des dynamiques interpersonnelles. Son style se caractérise par sa précision et son économie, capturant avec brio la complexité de l'expérience humaine. Wang sonde les tensions entre les cultures orientales et occidentales et les ambiguïtés du sentiment d'appartenance. Ses œuvres touchent les lecteurs par leur intelligence et leur profondeur émotionnelle.



"A novel about a young Chinese woman whose graduate studies in chemistry go off track and lead her to discover the truths about her goals and desires"--
A wry and insightful portrait of contemporary life, this is the much-anticipated follow-up to the award-winning novel Chemistry.
The story explores the complexities of marriage and family dynamics through the experiences of Keru and Nate, who come from contrasting backgrounds. As they navigate the challenges of integrating their families during two vacation trips, tensions arise that force them to confront hidden truths about their relationship. With a giant sheepdog named Mantou by their side, they grapple with issues of identity, belonging, and the pressures of familial expectations. The narrative poses thought-provoking questions about love, family, and the effort required to maintain harmony amidst differences.