Snow Flower and the Secret Fan: A Novel Audiobook

" It was OK. Interesting to learn about some of the old Chinese culture "

" This was such a well written, interesting book! I read it in one sitting, because I couldn't put it down! "

" I have always been fascinated by the era in Japanese culture and ritual, most especially the act of foot binding. This act is so astonishing to me and almost surreal to think it was still being practiced in the early 20th century in some remote villages. This book begins in the early life of two girls and their families, how they grew, what was done, their relationship throughout. Life was just so completely different from anything we could ever imagine as women in the here and now. "

" Oh, I really really liked this story! "

" The point of view makes this book -- having only Lily's perspective adds realism and creates a lot of interest. I learned a lot from it, not only about cultural traditions in China during this time period (turns out I didn't know as much about foot-binding as I thought) but also about relationships and the dangers of judging others' motives. Intriguing and heart-breaking. "

" I liked it, but I think I would have enjoyed it more if I hadn't been so tired of the hype that surrounded it at the time. "

" This definitely falls under "book club" literature instead of popular fiction. I was easily drawn into the characters and story and was disappointed when it was over. Not knowing much about this culture, I found it fascinating. "

" I really liked this book, it was a good lesson on judging others. I also liked the historical aspect of it. I really know little of Chinese cultural history. This booked peaked my curiosity, I plan on reading more. "

" This book brought me into an amazing world I'd never visited before. I learned a lot. "

" Great book. It was a wonderful story of class and friendships. Deep friendship and life as a woman in an oppressive society. "

" A great book. I read it and then my husband and I listened to the audiobook as we traveled. I enjoyed it twice. The book was made into a movie and it left out the essence of the story of Snow Flower. I was totally disappointed in the film version but absolutely loved the book. "

" Loved this one, and learned about traditions. "

" Very engaging story, and really interesting learning about life for women in 19th century China. My only complaint was it was a little too sad overall. Women had a very hard life in those times!! "

" I loved the intimate story of two young women and how their paths crossed, merged and paralleled. I enjoyed learning about traditional rituals and how enduring physical and emotional challenges help define a person. Very thought provoking. "

" The audiobokk was excellet. I truly enjoyed this story of frienship and life in China. I called my attention to the suffering of women who had their feet binded. I think high heels is also a terrible practice that women still follow. "

" I still think about the characters in this book .. I read it about 6 years ago..that says something to me about the ways the characters are developed.I loved it.. "

" Definitely recommend this book. It's a fascinating look into women's lives in an earlier time in China. A very good read! "

" I loved this book. It was so descriptive and imaginative. The story of the two girls really brings you in and makes you care. A lovely story. "

" I really thought I would love this. I tried for two months to "get into it", but it was boring and bland and I did not care about the woman. I thought I would find some history or poetry and instead I found endless boredom. I am very surprised. "

" It is mind boggling to think of the suffering of women through the centuries. "

" Beautiful story! I loved it. "

" A small book so powerfully packed. Loved It!! "

" I enjoyed learning about the Chinese culture. "

" I thought this book was beautifully written. I want to read "Shanghai Girls" too (which is think is the same author) "

" Very Good book, but also very familiar. Either I have read this book before, or something very very similar. "

" Parts of it were very hard to read, but also very worthwhile. "

" I couldn't put it down! "

" Very interesting book. I'd probably give it 3.5 stars. I enjoyed it but found some parts seriously depressing and gruesome. It really was fascinating though! "

" Great book about 2 friends who live very different lives but come together "

" A wonderful read weaving historcial fiction around the lifetime friendship of two Chinese girls. Another great novel from Lisa See. "

" Very good stuff; I liked it as well as Memoirs from a Geisha - I'm surprised it's not better known, but maybe it's because there's no movie...very short, but there's a lot packed into it - abrupt at times, but not enough to get irritated about. A story that'll stick with me for awhile... "

" Fiction that speaks to the her-story of foot binding, relationship bongs between women, and traditions in empirical China. Well researched, a great read. "

" very interesting to learn about the Chinese footbinding, however there was a weird sense of friendship that I never quite understood. Maybe that's how their friendships really are, but it made me somewhat uneasy at times. Overall a good read though. "

" Good book, but too sad to recommend. I think any book that focuses on footbinding in China is going to be a tough one. Plus, true to history, a LOT of characters die. So I'm taking a long break before my next Lisa See book. "