A Map of Betrayal

In this haunting tale of espionage and conflicting loyalties, award-winning author Waiting delves into the intertwined histories of China and the United States through the lens of two families. After discovering her father's revealing diary posthumously, Lilian Shang uncovers the painful secrets of Gary, a notorious Chinese spy who struggled with his dual allegiance. As she ventures to China to connect with her father's long-lost family, Lilian grapples with his complex legacy of love, duty, and betrayal, ultimately seeking to shield her own family from the echoes of his past.