The library tribe outraged by this rejection, simmered and then and I am not exaggerating to say launched the following book onto the floor. No-one in the house has seen this slim volume and denies all knowledge of how it came to be here. It is simply one of the most chilling books I have ever read. Printed in immaculate English by the Foreign Languages Press – PEKING 1972. It introduces a hero of the Cultural Revolution - Dr Chao Pu-yu.
Read MoreI keep calm during the lock down by tidying up bookshelves. Always a good activity for a bookworm. I discovered this gem by Ms Cartland. I have read this – so you don’t need to. Here is the roundup for the next book club and hope you enjoy this light-hearted review. x
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