Official Review: The Sound of Spring by G.X. Chen

Erin Dydek · Post by **Erin Dydek** » 19 Oct 2019, 09:24

I like the mix of historical fiction and romance within this novella. I’m I interested in learning more about the Cultural Revolution in China and think this sounds like a nice little book!

AntoineOMEGA · Post by **AntoineOMEGA** » 19 Oct 2019, 09:27

Although I am not interested in reading it, it still sounds interesting due to the situation the main character is in.

FrankieKelley · Post by **FrankieKelley** » 19 Oct 2019, 09:32

I would be interested in giving this book a try, even though romance novels aren’t usually my bread and butter. Thanks so much for this insightful review!

Janalyn101 · Post by **Janalyn101** » 19 Oct 2019, 09:41

Thanks for the great review! I love the examples you gave as her great pros the stars were laughing and smiling with us. Awesome version of that. I agree with your review and I haven’t even finished the book yet!

Snowflake · Post by **Snowflake** » 19 Oct 2019, 09:43

Thanks for your thoughtful review. I liked your example of the elegant prose but also agree with your point about too many exclamation points. I am curious to learn more about the cultural revolution and so, I might give this book a try.

Chrystal Oaks · Post by **Chrystal Oaks** » 19 Oct 2019, 09:52

Learning about the Cultural Revolution in China through romance is a book I want to read. I know very little about China or its history. There are two things I'm aware of: the Great Wall and the discovery of the life size army figures. Thanks for the great review!

Post by **Emy Katherine** » 19 Oct 2019, 09:52

A story that "centers around the romantic relationship between Chun Ming and Fan Si Jun during the last months of the Cultural Revolution" sounds a great read for fans of romance and historical fiction novels. I am glad you enjoyed the poetic writing style, but I am not the target audience. I got my copy, though. Thank you for the charming review!

Brendan Donaghy · Post by **Brendan Donaghy** » 19 Oct 2019, 09:57

Sounds a good book, although I agree that it becomes an irritation when an author over uses exclamation marks and ellipses. Great review!

Florence Nalianya · Post by **Florence Nalianya** » 19 Oct 2019, 10:00

Thanks for the review.This book seems to have some very chilling romance.Its my next read.

Abacus · Post by **Abacus** » 19 Oct 2019, 10:02

The Sound of Spring by G.X. Chen is written in the first person of Chun Ming. The writing has a resonance and is easy to read. The setting is China before and during the cultural revolution. I liked the sample. Thanks for the review which I also enjoyed.

Rose_Black · Post by **Rose_Black** » 19 Oct 2019, 10:05

Your review was most useful and pretty detailed. Even though you pointed out some errors, but I am still very much interested in reading this book.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 19 Oct 2019, 10:12

I'm not sure about the romance element but the historical setting seems fascinanting and the book is short so I'll give it a try.

Nizar Ali Shah · Post by **Nizar Ali Shah** » 19 Oct 2019, 10:15

The purpose of Cultural Revolution was to eradicate capitalism.It is a novel that belongs to the romance and historical fiction genres.It revolves round the romantic relationship between Chu Ming and Fansi Jun during the last month of the Cultural Revolution.

Sussu · Post by **Sussu** » 19 Oct 2019, 10:17

I always wanted to know about this part of history at the end of the communist revolution and how things changed for people. It also sounds like a beautifully written book. Count me in!

Post by **kandscreeley** » 19 Oct 2019, 10:24

The sample sentences you gave are quite descriptive. This seems like it has great themes. With the poetic style, I'm definitely interested in this one. I want to know what project 114 is. Thanks!