Sabina Chen
Books: The Depths of Regret
Sabina Chen - August 22, 2013
Apology may be a
first novel, but it suffers from none of the usual first novel flaws such as fuzzy
characterizations or hurried plots that feel like an editor rushed a manuscript
to publication.
Books: A Son of Taiwan
Sabina Chen - May 30, 2013
The history of Taiwan and the Taiwanese is an
important story, one that should not be forgotten. Wu’s writing is compelling
as a witness to this story.
Books: Typhoons, Whales, Jellyfish, and Other Monsters
Sabina Chen - February 7, 2013
Young
Kenichi grows from a boy dreamer to a man, compelled to endure the hardships of
the sea to achieve his goal of becoming the first person to sail solo across the Pacific Ocean.
Books: Missing the Moon
Sabina Chen - October 25, 2012
Starry River highlights the importance of stories and
story telling in defining who we are.
Books: Bizarre Love Triangle, Qing Dynasty Style
Sabina Chen - August 16, 2012
The Red Chamber
will probably not be called a “masterpiece” like the classical text that inspired
it. However, it is an enjoyable read and a good introduction to those interested
in the original classic, The Story of the
Stone.
Books: Death and the Dutiful Daughter
Sabina Chen - May 24, 2012
Forgotten Country is
an admirable first novel and a good read, but feels like the work of a writer
still searching for her own genuine voice and vision.