Half a Bowl of Rice

By MH Nguyen

A young man's dream is shattered when the woman he loved marries another man; a patriot jeopardizes his family and his own life to save his country; and a boy's infatuation with the elder sister of his best friend damages their amity.Half a Bowl of Rice is not only a story about the intertwining social dysfunction spanning three generations and two wars, it is also of one man's remarkable pursuit of true love and the unforgettable kindnesses he encounters along the way.In the midst of the smoke and the fire of wars, the lowliest servants become the noblest of men, strangers are welcomed cherished family members, and hard work, perseverance, and diligence are shown to have their rewards-but not without tribulations. Through their hardships and triumphs, the characters in Half a Bowl of Rice will move you to love life, laugh, and even shed a tear or two.. They will renew your faith in humanity.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1076117422
• ISBN13: 9781076117427
• Release Date: June 2019
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"