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State Of Emergency
State Of Emergency
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Finalist for the 2016 Epigram Books Fiction Prize
Siew Li leaves her husband and children in Tiong Bahru to fight for freedom in the jungles of Malaya. Years later, a Malaysian journalist returns to her homeland to uncover the truth of a massacre committed during the Emergency. And in Singapore, Siew Li's niece Stella finds herself accused of being a Marxist conspirator.
Jeremy Tiang's debut novel dives into the tumultuous days of leftist movements and political detentions in Singapore and Malaysia. It follows an extended family from the 1940s to the present day as they navigate the choppy political currents of the region. What happens when the things that divide us also bind us together?
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Political upheaval and family secrets intertwine powerfully.
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Who is this book for?
If you enjoy stories that explore political history through personal journeys, State Of Emergency offers a captivating look at Singapore and Malaysia's tumultuous past. Jeremy Tiang's vivid storytelling weaves political activism and family drama seamlessly, making history feel alive and relevant today. This novel is for readers who love layered narratives filled with emotion and insight.