Description
In 1930s New York, a young Chinese American girl working as a “downstairs” servant dreams of a life beyond the kitchen and the rules that confine her. When a chance encounter pulls her into the glamorous world of a wealthy household, she must navigate prejudice, shifting loyalties, and the dangerous gap between who people think she is and who she knows she can become. Blending mystery, romance, and social realism, this story explores identity, class, and the power of self-determination in a society built to keep certain people in their place. With Stacey Lee’s sharp, witty voice and emotionally resonant storytelling, the novel delivers a compelling coming-of-age journey that feels both historically grounded and urgently alive.
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audiobook
Tantor Audio
Published Aug 13, 2019
ISBN: 9781515930648
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Details
First Published
2019
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lee.