Great review, Melody! A well written book always plus for me..but it also the characters that would drew me in. So am not sure if this be for me, but I head over authors site and see her work :)

Thanks, Julia!
For your info, this is Janice's debut novel. Please let me know if you do get to it. :)

Oh, I didn't know this her first book. Thanks for lettting me! :)

I do like the cover... Thanks for the review, Melody. I'm not sure I'll pick it up but definitely am aware of it now. :)

Julia - No problem! :)

Alice - I like the second cover better, the colour is so vibrant!

Thank you for sharing your review Melody. I always felt inclined to read this book, but I knew it was shaky ground, as this type has the capability to go either way. I'm still not sure about it, but I might pick it up if I get the itch. :)

It does sound like a well-written story and the setting is very interesting but I'm not sure I would enjoy this one very much...

Jessica - I hope you'll pick up this book. It's still a worthy read.

Jen - You know, I quite like the Eastern meets Western style in this book. Quite refreshing.

Is there enough reference to WWII to qualify for the WWII Reading Challenge? It sounds like a good read!

I have heard a lot about this book. Glad you liked it. I love how the covers are so different from each other. I like the second one better :)

I haven't read this and currently have no interest in reading it, but does this not sound a little like "The Painted Veil", by Somerset Maugham? In the broadest sense, obviously - the "piano teacher" plotline seems pretty exclusive to this book, but a lot seems fairly... similar.

I have this one from the library right now and hope to get to it soon. I need to finish The Help; Stockett, first; loving this book.

Great review Melody. I've seen a few reviews and they say the same thing about the relationship between Will and Claire. This is a book I'd like to read.

There's a movie with this title that is based on a book, but it's a completely different story, and plus, this is new. But I was confused for a second there :P I didn't care for that movie at all, but this sounds like a book I'd really enjoy.

It sounds like a good read. Great review. I do like the cover too.
I dont know if i'd enjoy this one though.
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Melody, I've been looking forward to your review of this one! I think it sounds like a good book.

The premise of the book reminds me of W. Somerset Maugham's Painted Veil. I've had my eye on this one for a while. She's an author from Hong Kong and that makes the book a must read. :)

Thank you for your wonderful review, Melody. I am really looking forward to reading this one. As you can see from my post today, I finally received my copy. :-) It will be interesting how I interpret Will and Claire's feelings for each other when I read it--if I find the same flaw that you did.

Sandy - There aren't many WWII scenes so I'm not sure if it qualifies for the challenge you mentioned.

Violet - I liked the second cover too. :)

Anonymous Child - I haven't read The Painted Veil so I can't compare.

Diane - I've heard a lot of great things about The Help so I'll definitely check that out! :)

Dar - Thanks! I can't wait to read your thoughts if you get to it! :)

Nymeth - Ah yes, I had read that book but find it okay. I haven't watched the movie though, but I don't think I'm keen in it.

Naida - It's not a bad read IMO. Do let me know if you do get it! ;)

Shana - I hope you'll read it soon! :)

Matt - I read from the author's site that she was born in Hong Kong to Korean parents, and lived there until she was fifteen. She then left for boarding school in New Hampshire.

Wendy - Thank you! :) I'm glad you've a copy of this book. I can't wait to hear your thoughts on it soon.

I've really been meaning to read this. I generally like an Asian setting. Great review

Beth - Thanks. I hope you'll enjoy it if you get to it. :)

I have this one on my shelf to read, hopefully I can get to it soon. Thanks for the review!

Krishna - I can't wait to read your thoughts if you get to it.

I'm definitely checking this one out. She is a graduate of Harvard College.

Matt - I hope you'll enjoy this book. :)

I've got the book but I'm saving it for my vacation in two weeks. My friend is actually reading my copy right now and from time to time he's sighing. I wonder if it's a good sign?

The first paragraph of your review actually reminds me of The Painted Veil by W. Somerset Maugham. The marriage was also out of convenience and the couple moved to Hong Kong.

Matt - I'm glad your friend is enjoying the book! :) I haven't read The Painted Veil but you can be sure I'll be looking out for this book as well!

Wow, I loved the Piano Teacher. I just was sucked into it immediately. For a debut novel, it is great. Janice is on B&N book club discussions all the month of April in the New Reads thread. I like your format. I came over here to read your TT and saw your review for this book and just had to read it. Good job! Now back to TT

Kaye - I'm glad to hear you enjoyed this book as well. :)

Great review! I liked the book, also. However, I do agree with what you said about Claire and Will. I liked his relationship with Trudy much more (:

Faith - Thanks for visiting! I'm glad you enjoyed the book too! :)