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The Unbearable Dreamworld of Champa the Driver

by Chan Koonchung, Nicky Harman
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Sensual road novel with a dark twist.

The Unbearable Dreamworld of Champa the Driver is recommended for readers who enjoy exotic settings and an unbridled depiction of sexual escapades. Chan Koonchung's unapologetic writing style may not be for the faint-hearted, but it perfectly captures the grittier and grimier aspects of urban life in modern-day Beijing. The unique feature of this book is its exploration of the art world, which adds depth to the protagonist's journey towards self-discovery.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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by Chan Koonchung, Nicky Harman
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ISBN: 9780552779500
Author: Chan Koonchung, Nicky Harman
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
Date of Publication: 2016-03-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.12
(rated by 177 readers)

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SEX, LIES, AND ROCKY ROADS ...

Life is simple for Champa. He has a good job as a chauffeur in his hometown of Lhasa, and if his Chinese boss Plum is a little domineering, well, he can understand that - she's a serious art-collector after all. And he does get to drive her huge Toyota.

When he starts to sleep with his boss as well as drive her around, life becomes a whole lot more complicated. But not in a bad way. Suddenly Champa's sex life is beyond his wildest dreams.

But then Plum brings home a Tara statue - a statue that shines with exquisite feminine beauty - and suddenly life is not simple at all, as Champa finds himself on the long road to Beijing in search of its inspiration ...

THE UNBEARABLE DREAMWORLD OF CHAMPA THE DRIVER is a rollicking road novel brim-ful of sensuality and danger. Underlying the optimism and humour of its hero is a darker picture of racism and rough justice in modern Beijing.


Author: Chan Koonchung
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 192
Publisher: Transworld s Ltd
Publication Date: 01 Mar 2016
 

Sensual road novel with a dark twist.

The Unbearable Dreamworld of Champa the Driver is recommended for readers who enjoy exotic settings and an unbridled depiction of sexual escapades. Chan Koonchung's unapologetic writing style may not be for the faint-hearted, but it perfectly captures the grittier and grimier aspects of urban life in modern-day Beijing. The unique feature of this book is its exploration of the art world, which adds depth to the protagonist's journey towards self-discovery.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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