Mambo in Chinatown

In this compelling novel from the bestselling author of Girl in Translation, twenty-two-year-old Charlie Wong navigates her life in New York’s Chinatown, balancing family responsibilities with her newfound passion for ballroom dancing. As she transitions from a miserable dishwasher to a blossoming receptionist at a dance studio, Charlie’s self-discovery challenges the traditional expectations of her family and heritage. However, her journey is complicated when her sister falls seriously ill, forcing Charlie to reconcile her dual identities and the cultural tensions between her father's beliefs and her own aspirations.