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Yellowface

Name: Yellowface
Brand: HarperCollins Publishers
SKU: 9780008600303
Price: 28.0 NZD
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By Rebecca F Kuang

3.76

( 666,448 ratings, 88,763 reviews)

Summary

Yellowface by Rebecca F Kuang explores the story of a struggling writer who seizes an opportunity by publishing a deceased rival's manuscript under her own name, delving into themes of identity, cultural appropriation, and the complexities of the modern literary world.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gripping literary thrillers that delve into themes of cultural appropriation, identity, and the publishing industry. With sharp social commentary and a tense narrative, it's perfect for readers who appreciate thought-provoking stories.

Yellowface

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The Number One Global Sensation

Foyle’s Fiction Book of the Year

Amazon Book of the Year

Shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year

Fiction Book of the Year 2024 – British Book Awards

‘Addictive’ Grazia

‘Hugely entertaining’ Observer

‘Provocative’ Mail on Sunday

THIS IS ONE HELL OF A STORY.

IT’S JUST NOT HERS TO TELL.

When failed writer June Hayward witnesses her rival Athena Liu die in a freak accident, she sees her opportunity… and takes it.

So what if it means stealing Athena’s final manuscript?

So what if it means ‘borrowing’ her identity?

And so what if the first lie is only the beginning…

Finally, June has the fame she always deserved. But someone is about to expose her…

What happens next is entirely everyone else's fault.

‘The book that everyone is talking about’ Glamour

‘Ingenious, astute, hugely entertaining’ David Nicholls

‘Breathtakingly clever on jealousy, talent, success, and who gets to tell which story’ Elizabeth Day

‘Hard to put down. Harder to forget’ Stephen King

R.F. Kuang’s book Yellowface was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 04-06-23

R.F. Kuang’s book Yellowface was a #5 New York Times bestseller w/c 04-06-23

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Yellowface by Rebecca F Kuang has received glowing reviews, being described as propulsive, razor-sharp, and blistering. It is noted for its topicality and scathing wit, offering laugh-out-loud moments and a darkly comic exploration of current issues such as cancel culture and cultural appropriation. The book is characterised as a rollicking, tense, and unforgettable read, often praised for its engaging, addictive nature and sharp social commentary.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008600303

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: The Borough Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Rebecca F. Kuang is a Marshall Scholar, Chinese-English translator, and the Astounding Award-winning and the Hugo, Nebula, Locus, and World Fantasy Award nominated author of the Poppy War trilogy and the forthcoming Babel. Her work has won the Crawford Award and the Compton Crook Award for Best First Novel. She has an MPhil in Chinese Studies from Cambridge and an MSc in Contemporary Chinese Studies from Oxford; she is now pursuing a PhD in East Asian Languages and Literatures at Yale.