Summer Christmas - For the boys and girls studying in New Zealand

Author: Xi Mengmeng
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: Placing Chinese children born in the 1980s into a state of laissez-faire life, what kind of tragicomedy will they perform? From an early age, the beautiful Chinese student Zuo Ming studies in New Zealand, frequenting bars, playing with men, and then, upon awakening to human nature, earnestly pursues Qian Yu, a down-to-earth, ambitious student at the University of Auckland. Guo Guo, who carries the pain of her parents' divorce, is sensitive and reserved, ambitious yet slightly rebellious, stands out among her peers, yet falls deeply in love with the carefree hippie Xiaoran, who pursues her with fervor, taking her abroad for study. What is particularly embarrassing is the loneliness, solitude, and fear of an unpredictable future, so pursuing various thrills becomes fashionable, indulging in sex, and willingly becoming a casual couple becomes a trend. So, what about love? As the oldest and most beautiful emotion of humanity, does love really no longer exist? Set against the backdrop of the Chinese student wave at the turn of the century, the novel delves into the realities of life and portrays the inner worlds of its characters, showcasing the unique cultural context faced by a new generation of students abroad. It tells the growth stories of students like Guo Guo, Xiaoran, Zuo Ming, Qian Yu, Lulu, Ma Tian, Jane, Rain, and Water. With a witty and humorous tone, the story is both beautiful and moving. Coupled with the clever revelation of Sino-Western cultural differences and a strong critique of fast-food love, the insights, reflections, and literary prowess of the two young female writers are vividly displayed on the page.