Aftershock

In the wake of the devastating 1976 Tangshan earthquake, a mother makes a heart-wrenching choice that separates her from her beloved daughter, Xiaodeng. Decades later, Xiaodeng, now a successful writer in Canada, grapples with lingering pain and a yearning for closure. Determined to heal, she embarks on a journey back to her roots in Tangshan to confront her past and reconnect with her mother. Zhang Ling’s poignant novel delves into themes of guilt, family bonds, and the enduring hope for reconciliation.