Wandering Souls

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LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION, this extraordinary debut novel explores the unbreakable bonds of family amid unimaginable loss. Following the departure of the last American troops from Vietnam, siblings Anh, Thanh, and Minh flee their village on a treacherous boat journey to Hong Kong, while their parents and younger siblings attempt the crossing in another vessel. As time passes, it becomes evident that only one group has survived, leaving the siblings alone in a world devoid of family and home. They navigate refugee camps and resettlement centers, ultimately reaching Thatcher's Britain, where they must forge new lives with only each other for support in an unwelcoming environment. Interwoven with the voice of their lost younger brother, Dao, who follows them from the realm between the living and the dead, the narrative also includes the records of an unknown researcher piecing together their story. This poignant tale captures the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of storytelling, offering a heart-wrenching portrait of a family facing adversity. It has garnered acclaim as one of the most anticipated books of 2023, with praise for its emotional depth and significance.