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Champions DayStep into the fascinating world of Shanghai in 1941 with our latest literary treasure, an exciting deep dive into the annual Champions Day races. This captivating book, published by W W Norton & Company, offers readers an immersive experience into a pivotal moment in history. With 352 pages filled with rich narratives, it chronicles the vibrant life of Shanghai, weaving together themes of war, revolution, and cultural identity. Have you ever wondered
Step into the fascinating world of Shanghai in 1941 with our latest literary treasure, an exciting deep dive into the annual Champions Day races. This captivating book, published by W W Norton & Company, offers readers an immersive experience into a pivotal moment in history. With 352 pages filled with rich narratives, it chronicles the vibrant life of Shanghai, weaving together themes of war, revolution, and cultural identity. Have you ever wondered how significant events shape the lives of a city's people? Discover the elegance of the Shanghai Race Club as the city’s elite race their best horses and nimble jockeys against the backdrop of historical turmoil.The story unfolds on November 12, 1941, offering vivid details of the city's happenings from grand celebrations to poignant funerals. This remarkable narrative not only invites readers to witness a unique cultural moment but also reminds us of the intricate relationships between China and the West that continue to evolve. Ideal for history buffs, horse racing enthusiasts, and anyone grasping for a deeper understanding of Shanghai’s multicultural past, this book is a must-have addition to your collection.
Enjoy free shipping on this item, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Elevate your reading list with this BRAND NEW chronicle of an iconic day that reshaped a city and its heritage.
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ISBN: 9780393635942
Year: 2020
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 352
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November 12, 1941: war and revolution are in the air. At the Shanghai Race Club, the city's elite prepare to face off their best horses and most nimble jockeys in the annual Champions Day races. Across town and amid tight security, others celebrated the birth of Sun Yat-Sen in a new city center meant to challenge European imperialism. Thousands more Shanghai residents from all walks of life attended the funeral of China's wealthiest woman, the Chinese- French widow of a Baghdadi Jewish businessman. But the biggest crowd of all gathered at the track; no one knew it, but Champions Day heralded the end of a European Shanghai.
Through this colorful snapshotof the day's events, the rich and complex history that led to them, and a cast of characters as diverse as the city itself, James Carter provides a kaleidoscopic portrait of a time and a place that still speaks to relations between China and the West today.
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A Beta Worth Rooting For
Format: Kindle
In Spare, Violet Fox flips the omegaverse on its head, giving us a Beta heroine determined to make her mark. Joining the Beta Trials to support her sick father, she's thrown into a pack that doesn't want her, especially the possessive Alphas.
But here's the twist: their sweet Omega turns out to be her scent match. Cue the angst, forbidden tension, and a slow-burn romance that will make your heart ache in the best way.
Violet Fox delivers an emotional, refreshing take on the genre, proving Betas aren't "spares." They're stars.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Beta, Alpha, Omega oh my!
Format: Kindle
Omegas are precious and given to Alphas & their packs... but the Betas want in too. To this end, the Beta government is rolling out its trial of assigning a Beta to each Alpha-Omega pack. But forcing a Beta into a pack where they are not wanted will not end well... Of course, no one expected the Omega to fall for the assigned Beta. Great read and cliffhanger
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Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025
★★★★★ 3
A familiar story, just with…..less.
Format: Kindle
So, as other reviewers make clear, this is very similar to Pack Darling and The Beta. It’s much closer aligned with The Beta, in plot and maybe more like Pack Darling with characters.
That being said, I don’t hate this…..but it wasn’t great either. It’s both books mentioned but just….less. Less angst, less emotion, less feeling. The plot feels very half fleshed out, and the “bad guy” feels underwhelming. I didn’t really feel any real emotions from and of the male leads, except maybe Oliver. The others fell sorta flat for me. And Mika makes herself out to be this big bad ass straight outta training and then we never see it from here again with the one fitting room incident as the exception.
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The whole, “Oh, I’m actually probably an Omega, but I don’t wanna be but I do actually wanna be but no one can ever know my secret that I do nothing to hide “ thing fell so flat. She never commutes to believing she was secretly an omega, but also mentions her “secret” a lot. It just felt so manufactured.
I’m intrigued enough to read part 2 and see how the author closes everything out, but this is not one I’ll recommend or ever come back to.
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★★★★★ 5
Good start to a series
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I delayed reading the series for reasons I don’t remember. But my TBR list is huge so I thought I’d take a shot of this and I was pleasantly surprised. I didn’t think the blurb about it was anything special. But it was a very good book. It took some interesting twists and turns. I am so glad the second book is already out. Because I would not have waited patiently. Very slow burn but good storyline. 🔥🔥/5
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★★★★★ 4
A good read
Format: Kindle
Multiple points of view. 3 Alpha men and an Omega male. She is a Beta in training for a new program placing betas in Alpha/Omega packs. Mila is only doing the program for the money to take care of her dad. She wasn't expecting to fall for a pack but when she sees this packs Omega she is done for. There is just something about him. His Alphas are good looking as well. Too bad she is hiding a secret and their government is acting shady. I liked it and can't wait to see where their story goes.
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