Karissa Chen

In her debut novel, Homeseeking, Karissa Chen delivers an epic tale of love, loss, and longing shaped by the Chinese diaspora. The novel follows the lives of Suchi and Haiwen, a couple separated by history and circumstance, through a compelling dual narrative structure—Suchi’s story unfolds chronologically forward, while Haiwen’s moves in reverse. This innovative approach offers a profound exploration of their dreams for the future and the weight of their past decisions.

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