Won this book on a goodreads giveaway. I'm always fond of stories happening in Asia. Especially those set in the 60s. (Blame the movie In the mood for love.) I was sure to love the historical setting when I entered this giveaway.
Beginning is slow, with a lot of details and flashbacks. It took 150 pages to get me hooked, but after I couldn't let go. It's a beautiful story with vivid characters that meet History. The last half of the book is particularly gripping, with all the ties coming together.
It was the first time I was reading something from Vincent Lam. I liked his writing.