China Room
China Room
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Indian Literature•
Modern Classic FictionPunjab, India • 1920s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In China Room, Sunjeev Sahota interweaves the stories of a young bride in 1929 Punjab and a modern man visiting his family decades later. Both navigate personal struggles and societal expectations, exploring themes of identity and freedom against the backdrop of cultural and familial constraints.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Contemplative
Emotional
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
12,829 ratings
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Review Roundup
China Room by Sunjeev Sahota is lauded for its lyrical prose and dual narrative structure, which weaves a poignant story set across two timelines. Critics praise its exploration of identity and freedom. However, some find the pacing uneven and the transitions between timelines occasionally jarring. Overall, it is a compelling read with a deep emotional impact.
Who Should Read China Room?
Readers who appreciate The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy and The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri will find China Room by Sunjeev Sahota compelling. They are likely drawn to multigenerational narratives, themes of identity, and lyrical storytelling that explores cultural and historical intersections.
12,829 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
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Indian Literature•
Modern Classic FictionPunjab, India • 1920s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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