81 pages 2 hours read

Yangsze Choo

The Night Tiger

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Reviews & Readership

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The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo is lauded for its immersive setting in 1930s colonial Malaysia, richly woven folklore, and multidimensional characters. The intertwining narratives of Ji Lin and Ren captivate readers, while some find the pacing uneven and the plot overly complex. Nonetheless, its atmospheric charm and compelling mystery largely triumph.

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Who Should Read The Night Tiger?

Fans of magical realism and historical fiction will delight in The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo. Readers who enjoyed Life of Pi by Yann Martel and The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern will find themselves captivated by this richly woven tale set in 1930s colonial Malaysia. The novel’s blend of mythology, mystery, and romance appeals to lovers of lyrical storytelling.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Asian Literature
Historical Fiction
Chinese Literature
Themes
Identity: Sexuality
Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality
Society: Colonialism