Taipei Story by Rebecca F. Kuang

Category:Contemporary Fiction/Romance/Literary Fiction

Rating:2026 New Release 

Pages:320 

About the Book:

Rebecca F. Kuang's Taipei Story is a moving contemporary novel centered on Lily Chen, a young woman spending an unforgettable summer in Taipei. Determined to improve her Chinese and reconnect with her family and heritage, Lily begins her journey hoping to find a deeper sense of connection.

But the summer does not unfold as expected. Between difficult classes, complicated friendships, first love, and the sudden death of her grandfather, Lily is forced to examine the parts of her identity she has never fully understood. Her experience becomes a personal search for answers about family, culture, language, and belonging.

Blending romance, humor, grief, and cultural exploration, Taipei Story is an engaging coming-of-age story about finding yourself between worlds. It is an excellent choice for readers who enjoy contemporary romance, literary fiction, and character-driven stories exploring identity and family.