Shanghai Baby

The vivid descriptions really brought the city to life. I wonder what inspired the author to focus so much on the urban scene and its influence on the protagonist.

Her struggles with sexuality and self-discovery felt intense but also relatable in a way. I'm curious if others saw her as a symbolic figure or more as a flawed individual.

The sex scenes felt integral to understanding her character, but I'm interested in whether this was meant to challenge cultural taboos or serve a different purpose.