Dragon Springs Road

Eurasian Orphan's Heartwrenching Journey in Early Shanghai

Written byJanie Chang

Narrated byEmily Woo Zeller

Length11h14m

Release dateJanuary 10, 2017

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Coming of Age

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.4 (224 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Author	Janie Chang
Narrator	Emily Woo Zeller
Runtime	11h14m
Published	January 10, 2017
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.4 / 5 (224 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Coming of Age, Political, Historical Fiction, World Literature, United States, Asian American & Pacific Islander, Romance, Historical
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Dragon Springs Road by Janie Chang is a gripping audiobook that transports listeners to early 20th century Shanghai through vivid prose and a compelling narrative. Narrated by Emily Woo Zeller, the audiobook brings to life the story of Lily Chen, an orphaned Eurasian girl searching for her mother amidst political turmoil and societal upheaval. The production quality is top-notch, with Zeller’s emotive delivery enhancing the emotional depth of each scene.

Tags: coming of agehistorical fictionShanghaiEurasian culturefriendship

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Expert narration by Emily Woo Zeller brings every character and scene to life across 11h14m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Emily Woo Zeller’s narration in Dragon Springs Road is nothing short of stellar, making this audiobook a standout. Her ability to infuse Lily Chen's journey with both vulnerability and strength is nothing short of magical. The story, set against the backdrop of early Shanghai, is as much about cultural identity as it is about loss and discovery. However, at times, the historical details can feel overly dense, potentially bogging down the pacing. Despite this minor criticism, Chang’s writing remains engrossing from start to finish, making Dragon Springs Road a poignant and unforgettable listening experience.

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