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The Bonesetter's Daughter

by Amy Tan

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First Published:
Feb 1, 2001, 400 pages

Paperback:
Jan 2002, 416 pages

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- Literary Fiction
- Asia
- China
- 1920s & '30s
- Generational Sagas
- Immigrants & Expats
- Asian Authors
- Female Friendships
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Maya Saputra

I'm in Love with Tan's Books!!

Love at the first sight!!
I Love all Amy Tan's books! ^__^

Amy

Awesome book, really encaptures you in Chinese Culture and the way things were done back then. A truly amazing story.

Bianca

I loved this book!!
I found the story intriging and the intricate details made me feel as though i was experiencing everything first hand.
Although only a more mature audience will appreciate this work.

Din

The story is excellent!

Joanne

This is a great book. I especially like the part describing "The Four Manifestations of Beauty"; it is an inspirational piece of writing.

Kevin

Amy is a best, she is a good writter

anna rose

best read iv'e had in ages it was GRRREAT!!!!!!!

cristina masuet aumatell

It's an excellent novel! The best I've read in two lasts years!

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