Zhong Na

Zhong Na, a novelist and essayist, delves into the harrowing Silicon Valley murder case that sparked a national conversation in China. She reveals how this tragedy holds up a mirror to the cracks in China's meritocratic ideals and the shifting gender dynamics among immigrants. Zhong contrasts the U.S. and Chinese media coverage, reflects on her personal connection to the case, and discusses the diminishing allure of the American Dream. With insights on social class, parental pressures, and online gender discourse, she crafts a compelling narrative of contemporary Chinese experiences.