Description
Wuhan by John Fletcher is a historical fiction novel set in Wuhan, China, during the Second Sino-Japanese War. The novel tells the story of a diverse cast of characters, including a peasant family, a novelist, a foreign journalist, and a Chinese soldier, as they navigate the hardships of war and the uncertainty of the future. The novel begins in 1937, when Wuhan is the capital of China and a major target of the Japanese invasion. The peasant family, the Lius, are forced to flee their home in the countryside and seek refuge in Wuhan. The novelist, Lao She, is called to Wuhan to help with the propaganda effort. The foreign journalist, Peter Fleming, is there to report on the war. And the Chinese soldier, Chen Kai, is fighting to defend his country. As the war progresses, the lives of these characters become increasingly intertwined. They witness the brutality of the Japanese army and the resilience of the Chinese people. They also experience the pain of loss and the hope of love.
