Imagine you're diving into a world where each word is a stepping stone to understanding an entirely new culture. "A Concise Chinese-English Dictionary for Lovers" isn't just a love story; it's an exploration of the intimate connection between language and perception. As a 23-year-old, Z's journey will resonate with anyone who's ever been a stranger in a new place, fumbling through the complexities of both a foreign language and love. With its inventive format and heartfelt narrative, it's a novel that promises to leave you reflecting on the power of words to both unite and divide us.

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• Orange Prize Nominee for Fiction Shortlist (2007)

When a young Chinese woman, newly arrived in London, moves in with her English boyfriend, she decides it’s time to write a Chinese-English dictionary for lovers. Xiaolu’s first novel in English is an utterly original journey of self-discovery.

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