Discover the novel by R. F. Kuang that provokes questions about authorship, identity, and the publishing industry. Yellowface is a work of fiction that balances tension and satire, examining what can happen when success is built on unethical choices.

The story revolves around emerging writer June Hayward, who, after the sudden death of successful author Athena Liu, comes into possession of her unfinished manuscript. June decides to revise the text and publish it under a new name, triggering a chain of events involving secrets, public pressure, and questions of cultural appropriation.

Yellowface offers a reading focused on moral dilemmas, the media image of authors, and the boundaries between inspiration, appropriation, and fraud.

Why choose Yellowface?

• Topical subject matter from the literary world, publicity, and social media
• Tension and satirical tone that keep the plot moving
• Moral dilemmas surrounding authorship, identity, and “who has the right to tell which story”
• Suitable for fiction readers who enjoy contemporary novels with elements of thriller
• A gift for lovers of contemporary novels and literary debate

General product features

• Language: depending on the chosen edition (check the specific edition parameters)
• Genre: fiction / contemporary novel (satire with elements of suspense)
• Packaging: book (more detailed binding information not available)
• Author: R. F. Kuang
• Suitable for readers interested in topics related to the publishing world, media, and the ethics of authorship