Wild Swans: Three Daughters of China, Jung Chang

This is an amazing book. I highly recommend it to anyone, especially those interested in the history of Communist China. It is an insider's look at 20th century China and the cruelty of the Mao regime. The author expertly weaves her own personal narrative (and that of her mother and grandmother) with the events of the time. I learned so much, and it has made me want to know more. This book is banned in China, which tells you a bit about the revealing nature of its contents. Read it!