Ghost Cave: a novel of Sarawak, winner of the inaugural Saphira Prize, 2012. Launch Date: March 28th, 2014, in Hong Kong, by the Women in Publishing Society.
In praise of Ghost Cave:
“The calm demeanour of the modern East Asian citizen belies the region’s tumultuous history. In Ghost Cave, a modern woman investigates her family history to uncover a heart-rending tale of immigrants on the trail of gold in Borneo in the mid-1800s. Fans of historical drama will find this tale well-researched and satisfying.”
Nury Vittachi, author of The Curious Diary of Mr Jam and The Feng Shui Detective series
“In the tradition of the folklorist, Elsie Sze presents a multigenerational tale of Sarawak past and present. Rich in historical detail, Ghost Cave unearths long-forgotten secrets and promises, to reveal the timelessness of human bonds.”
Ania Szado, author of Studio Saint-Ex and Beginning of Was
“Ghost Cave: a novel of Sarawak contains surprises at every turn. A long-ago tragedy, a buried treasure and a harrowing guerrilla war are just part of what makes this exceptional tale a highly recommended read. More importantly, it explores the heart and heartbreak of a family bound to each other across a turbulent time.”
Shannon Young, editor of How Does One Dress to Buy Dragonfruit?
and author of The Art of Escalator Jumping
“Elsie Sze writes an engaging story of Sarawak that is both wonderfully detailed and informative. Each chapter of this compelling novel takes us deeper into the history of Borneo and into the lives of the characters.”
Leanne Liberman, author of Gravity, The Book of Trees and Lauren Yanofsky Hates the Holocaust