“Mrs. Pang was once a nanny for me, and she spoils me the way I imagined kindhearted women would spoil an orphan, loving me for whom I am, exactly the opposite of my mother, whose love I have to earn with great effort and with little success.”
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A Thousand Years of Good Prayers: Stories
This book presents a series of short stories that delve into the complexities of faith, culture, and personal identity. The narratives span various geographical locations and cultural backgrounds, offering a rich tapestry of human experiences and beliefs. more
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