The Eunuch's Daughter & Stories - Paperback

by Khanh Ha (Author)

Journey through Vietnam's past and present in this evocative collection of short stories. Khanh Ha weaves together tales of emperors, war zones, and fishing villages, exploring themes of family, identity, and redemption. Meet unforgettable characters: a eunuch haunted by the past, a soldier seeking empathy, and a mother facing impossible choices. Each story offers a glimpse into the human heart, revealing secrets, resentments, and the enduring power of hope. Perfect for readers seeking literary fiction with a touch of historical intrigue and cultural depth. Discover the beauty and complexity of Vietnam through these poignant and unforgettable stories.

Author Biography

Award winning author Khanh Ha is a ten-time Pushcart nominee, finalist for The Ohio State University Fiction Collection Prize, Mary McCarthy Prize, Many Voices Project, Prairie Schooner Book Prize, The University of New Orleans Press Lab Prize, Prize Americana, and The Santa Fe Writers Project. He is the recipient of the Sand Hills Prize for Best Fiction, The Robert Watson Literary Prize in Fiction, The Orison Anthology Award for Fiction, The James Knudsen Prize for Fiction, The C&R Press Fiction Prize, The EastOver Fiction Prize, The Blackwater Press Fiction Prize, The Gival Press Novel Award, and The Red Hen Press Fiction Award. His award-winning novel The Afterlife of a Threadbare Jester will be published by Red Hen Press in 2026.