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The Bonesetter's Daughter by Amy Tan

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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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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