China in Another Time

by Claire Malcolm Lintilhac

[Molly J(Cover To Cover Cafe)]

Reviewing books has taught me one thing: it's okay to branch out of your normal comfort zone. I am not big on reading/reviewing memoirs, because most of the  time, I don't connect with the authors. I want something I can lost in, feel like I'm making new friends, and falling in love with the story. But, every once in awhile (a little more often lately than I'm used to!) I come across a memoir and get completely lost within it's pages. 

China In Another Time is one such memoir. I've heard so much about China and how it used to be, how it still is, and how it could be. I've never traveled there but I've heard the stories. I've seen pictures. But, Claire Malcolm Lintilhac photos brought all those stories to life for me. I felt like I was traveling first hand through China and seeing it through her eyes. I felt myself becoming Claire as she told of her time there, as her life as a nurse, and just felt like it was just the read I needed to freshen my mind. 

If you are new to memoirs, this would be a lovely one to start with. If you aren't new to them and want to add to your collection, then this is a wonderful addition. Claire Malcolm Lintilhac's life comes to life for the reader, vividly portrayed through moving words and eye catching photos. I highly recommend this one and am, once again, happy that I took a chance on a memoir.

*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Publisher and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*