Emma Pei Yin

Emma Pei Yin, an Australian novelist who grew up in both England and Hong Kong, shares her fascinating journey back to her roots. She reflects on her childhood spent in an ancestral village, away from the neon lights of the city. Emma discusses the cultural richness of her heritage, the weight of familial expectations, and the impact of historical trauma. She candidly explores the horrors of sexual violence during WWII in Hong Kong and the enduring legacy of resistance, offering a deep dive into identity and homecoming in a rapidly changing landscape.