Description
Leaving turbulent China in 1989 with nothing to fall back, Apple is determined to earn her doctorate in America. Upon arrival, she was shocked to find out a new culture of living in a small town in the U.S., Las Cruces, New Mexico. Apple's desire, curiosity, and adventure propelled her to cross the Pacific Ocean. Now her resilience is being tested in front of language barriers, money shortages, job failures, homesickness, loneliness, romance, and heartache. Can she cross beyond her comfort zone to exhibit bravery, perseverance, and self-discovery that may change her life forever?
Apple An tells the story with humility, gentle humor, intrepid innocence, and honesty. Her portrait of a young woman who welcomes challenging experiences and intimidating encounters sets her as a role model for women to follow their hearts, heads, and spirits.
Author: Apple An
Publisher: Voices Heard Publishing, LLC
Published: 07/28/2023
Pages: 132
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.33lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.31d
ISBN13: 9781958900017
ISBN10: 195890001X
BISAC Categories:
- Young Adult Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Women