When Sleeping Women Wake

"When Sleeping Women Wake" is a richly researched and emotionally powerful historical novel set during the Japanese occupation of Hong Kong in 1941. It follows the divergent paths and enduring hope of three women—a mother, her daughter, and their maid—whose lives are shaped by war, resilience, and unbreakable bonds. Praised for its storytelling and vivid portrayal of personal and historical struggles, the book offers a compelling exploration of family, love, and endurance.