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After so much practice, Sloane finds herself at the Olympic games in Beijing representing her country, the USA. She meets Jae Sung, a male swimmer from North Korea. Before they knew it, they had fallen head over heels for each other. However, the future of their relationship is blighted as Sloane learns about the fate Jae Sung anticipates in his home country. Things threaten to get out of hand when a spy accompanying the North Korean team discovers Jae Sung’s relationship with the American girl. Jae Sung seems ready to risk it all for love, but what will happen to him? Both Jae Sung and Sloane are the best in their events, but will they win gold medals? Is there a future for the pair after the Olympic games? Get yourself On a Rooftop in Beijing by Maggie Paredes to find out more.
If you are a young adult who loves sports thriller novels laced with an unraveling tale of spicy romance, love, hard choices, passion, envy, friendship, and family, then On a Rooftop in Beijing is a must-read for you. Maggie Paredes anchors her story in reality with themes ranging from parenthood, family and teenage relationships, and traditions, to political oppression. Her vivid depictions captured and clarify the cultural nuances of the diverse cast and the settings of the scenes. The suffering and oppression of the North Koreans are heart-wrenching. The words allowed me to experience the characters' emotions. This coupled with their characteristics and the author's use of introspection made it easy for me to connect with them. There is suspense, adventure, humor, thrill, and so much more in this compelling read.
