Revolution is not a dinner party

Ying Chang Compestine

Synopsis:
Revolution is not a dinner party tells the story of Ling, a young Chinese girl, who at the outset is very comfortable with her life. Her parents are both dedicated doctors in the best hospital in Withan. But when Comrade Li, one of Chairman Maos political officers, moves into their apartment, Lings world begins to disintegrate. In an atmosphere of increasing mistrust, Ling fears for the safety of her neighbours and soon for herself and her family.

Endorsed by Amnesty International UK as contributing to a better understanding of human rights and the values that underpin them.

Suitable for ages 10+

ISBN	978-1-4063-1585
Publisher	Walker Books
Date	19 Nov 2010
Format	Paperback, 208pp
Price	£5.99

Awards

California Book Award for Young Adult Literature
2008 ALA Best Books For Young Adults
2008 ALA Notable Children's Books
2007 Publishers Weekly Best Children's Fiction Book List
2007 San Francisco Chronicle Best Children's Fiction Book List
2008 Chinese American Librarian Association Best Book
2007 New York Public Library 100 Best Titles for Reading and Sharing

Reviews

‘In her spare, lyrical style, [she] vividly portrays a world turned upside down’ - San Francisco Chronicle

‘A gripping account of life during China's Cultural Revolution’ – Publisher’s Weekly, starred review

‘The Chinese Revolution is up close and personal in this touching historical novel’ - Book Sense Picks for Autumn 2007

‘Lyrical yet gripping’ - Kirkus Reviews

‘An excellent addition to historical fiction about this period in China's history’ - School Library Journal

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