Jean Kwok

Jean Kwok is a New York Times bestselling author known for her insightful and poignant novels exploring themes of immigration, identity, and family. Born in Hong Kong, Kwok moved to Brooklyn, New York, with her family at the age of five. She is a graduate of Harvard University and has an MFA in fiction from Columbia University. Her acclaimed works include "Girl in Translation," "Mambo in Chinatown," and "Searching for Sylvie Lee," each praised for their vivid storytelling and deep emotional resonance. Kwok's writing draws from her own experiences, lending authenticity to her narratives and compassionately illuminating the immigrant experience.