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Jean Kwok



Jean Kwok holds a BA in English and American Literature from Harvard University and an MFA in Fiction from Columbia University. She taught at the University of Leiden and is an alumnus of the Amsterdam Writing Workshops. Jean's debut novel, Girl in Translation, will be published in 2010 by Riverhead, an imprint of Penguin. Riverhead's authors include Khaled Hosseini (Kite Runner, A Thousand Splendid Suns) and Junot Diaz (Pulitzer Prize winner for The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao). Jean's novel has already been sold in eight countries.
 


Genres: Mystery, Young Adult Fiction
 
Novels
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   Marple (2022) (with others)
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Books containing stories by Jean Kwok
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Alone Together (2020)
Love, Grief, and Comfort During the Time of Covid-19
edited by
Jennifer Haupt

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It's Not Even Past (2025)
Anna Scotti
"Anna Scotti's It's Not Even Past is filled with razor-sharp prose and unforgettable intrigue. These 'librarian on the run' tales - many celebrated by Best Mystery Stories of the Year - are as intelligent as they are riveting, cementing Scotti as a literary powerhouse."
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The Girls of Good Fortune (2025)
Kristina McMorris
"The Girls of Good Fortune shines with a captivating blend of intrigue and heart, celebrating the resilience of a woman determined to reclaim her life. Set against the vibrant yet dangerous backdrop of 1880s Portland, Celia's journey is a powerful testament to hope. Richly layered, this novel reminds us that even in the darkest places, light and love find a way to endure."
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Sweet Fury (2025)
Sash Bischoff
"A sharp, seductive thriller that probes the dark underbelly of Hollywood, exposing the blurry lines between victim and villain, love and revenge. This is a thrilling examination of fame, obsession, and the hidden power dynamics that shape our lives, blending psychological suspense with a fierce critique of gender and power. A twisty, delicious read!"

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