A Fine Piece of Jade

A Fine Piece of Jade is a fictionalised account of the authors mothers experiences during the Japanese occupation of China and the rise of Communist China. The story follows Wng Q and Yunyun, two girls sent from their privileged homes to a missionary school in Wuhans French Concession during World War II. Through war, revolution, and political oppression, the fiercely independent Wng Q and the ever-cheerful Yunyun form a bond that gives them strength, though greater dangers may lie closer than they expect. The novel explores the struggles of women in a male-dominated society, contrasting those who conform with those who fight for change. It celebrates resilience, friendship, and faith in times of loss and betrayal, while weaving Chinese mythology into a vivid portrayal of Hankou under occupation.