Beautiful Country: A Novel: 9780062411914: Thornton, J.R.

Beautiful Country is a gripping coming-of-age story that explores the complexities of friendship, morality, and cultural differences in modern-day China.

Set against the backdrop of Beijing's Junior National Tennis Team, this book follows the journey of an American boy named Chase as he navigates a rapidly changing country and confronts difficult choices when his closest friend turns to him for help.

With vivid descriptions of Chinese culture and a unique perspective on the country's dual systems of state control and emerging entrepreneurial culture, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding China's complexities.