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The Lonely American, a novel by Vera Lam

The Lonely American was published in March 2014 in American. Both English and Chinese versions are published by Vista Publishing. Both versions are available on Amazon. ​ http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=The+lonely+American+vera

Description of the novel:

The Lonely American bids fair to be the great story of Vietnam, full of unforgettable characters and showing the war as history and literature have never quite managed to portray it. More than anything, The Lonely American is an inspirational tale that touches the reader and gives the gift of greater life, as only literature can do.

Saigon, 1962; the United States is trying to help the South Vietnamese government defeat a communist insurgency. An American Air Force officer, David Emerson, meets a lovely young woman, Lucie Hong. David has a girlfriend back home, but Lucie arouses feelings in him that he can’t control; and Lucie is swept off her feet.

David disappears into the war and becomes a hero of the Air Force, flying 47 missions without a scratch to himself. But he never forgets Lucie. Some years after they've separated, he finds her, and she tells him about Emma, the daughter he gave her. Unlike so many others, David is not a man to love and run. When Saigon falls to the communists, David hurries back to a flaming city which most people are trying to escape, desperately determined to rescue Lucie and Emma. They are nowhere to be found.

Years go by; as tragedy strikes his own family, David manages to locate Lucie and Emma in France, and goes there. Lucie is lost to him, while Emma loathes and mistrusts him.

About the author:

Vera Lam was born in Vietnam and grew up there during the American war. As a teenager she emigrated to France, where she attended high school and music conservatory. Moving to the U.S., Vera earned degrees from the University of Southern California and an M.B.A. from Harvard. She has been an entrepreneur and executive in Silicon Valley for twenty years. The Lonely American, her début novel, is among other things the fulfillment of a promise to tell the story of places and experiences she has known, and of people whose destinies she has shared. ​ The Lonely American FaceBook Page: http://www.facebook.com/VeraLamBook The Lonely American Chinese version: https://www.facebook.com/VeraLamAuthor

Editorial and readers' reviews: This book makes me reflect on my own life and teaches me to become a better parent. I can certainly relate to the characters experiences in war and peaceful time. This wonderful story will have a long lasting impact on me. - Camia Shen, Group Manager of Pharmacy, Chang Geng Hospital.

Winning or losing is no longer important. What matters is to reconcile with the people we love. This is a powerful story about the relationship between father and daughter, and about love that never quits. The characters will stay with you for a long, long time. - Esther Chen, Editor, U.S. World Journal

Gripping story, effective writing, and memorable characters. I was deeply affected by the story and the historical background. I find myself constantly think about the characters and the scenes. Now I want to visit Vietnam, Cagnes-sur-Mer and Nice to relive the scenes in the book. - J. S. Sam, Software Engineer.

Besides the affecting story and the lovely writing, this book makes us look at family, love, and life in a completely new light. We'll find ourselves grateful for what we have. Powerful! - Dr. Adam Wu, President of Jia-An Convalescent Hospital.

Gorgeous writing, accurate history, and powerful story! I embarked on an amazing journey from Vietnam to France to California. The vivid scenes and the unforgettable characters made me want the book to continue forever. - Xiao-ping Lu retired Manager of Consumer Banking, Bank of Communications.

Life is more than just making hard choices and living with their consequence. One must strive to reconcile, forgive and forget. This book let us see the true meanings of life and unselfish love. B.Y. Yang, graduate student of National Taiwan University.

A touching story about love and reconciliation against the backdrop of the great Vietnam era. Everyone of us can learn from this powerful book! --- Fred Li, Author of The Practice of Confuciusm in Modern Daily Life.

Gripping story, effective writing, memorable characters. I was deeply affected by the story and the historical background. I find myself constantly think about the characters and the scenes. Now I want to visit Vietnam, Cagnes-sur-Mer and Nice to relive the scenes in the book. J. S. Sam, Software Engineer Life is more than just making hard choices and living with their consequence. One must strive to reconcile, forgive and forget. This book let us see the true meanings of life and unselfish love. --- B.Y. Yang, graduate student of National Taiwan University.

A gripping story about love and reconciliation against the backdrop of the great Vietnam era. Everyone of us can learn from this powerful book! - --Fred Li, ,Author of The Practice of Confuciusm in Modern Daily Life.

Gripping story, effective writing, memorable characters. I was deeply affected by the story and the historical background. I find myself constantly think about the characters and the scenes. Now I want to visit Vietnam, Cagnes-sur-Mer and Nice to relive the scenes in the book. J. S. Sam, Software Engineer Life is more than just making hard choices and living with their consequence. One must strive to reconcile, forgive and forget. This book let us see the true meanings of life and unselfish love. --- B.Y. Yang, graduate student of National Taiwan University.

A gripping story about love and reconciliation against the backdrop of the great Vietnam era. Everyone of us can learn from this powerful book! --- Fred Li, ,Author of The Practice of Confuciusm in Modern Daily Life.

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