What We Were Promised

Set in modern Shanghai, this novel follows the Zhen family as they navigate their return to China after chasing the American dream, amid a transformed city and newfound wealth. When a treasured item goes missing, old secrets and unresolved tensions surface, prompting the family to confront their pasts and the promises they've made. Through the experiences of its characters, the story explores themes of family, identity, and the weight of history in a rapidly changing society.