Eastmeetswest Stories

**Title: Scarred Reflections** Mia "M" Bahl, a 33-year-old Indian woman, leaves behind her emotionally intense family in India after a life-altering incident. Moving to London for a fresh start and pursuing a Master in Luxury Management, she finds solace in unexpected friendships and a vibrant community. As she navigates new relationships and confronts her past scars, Mia discovers that true healing comes from embracing her vulnerabilities and learning to trust again. As Mia navigates new relationships and confronts her past scars, she learns that true healing involves embracing vulnerabilities and rediscovering trust. Amidst her journey, she unexpectedly finds love with a billionaire CEO Alexander Ellington Accolti whose intellect and compassion ignite a transformative connection, challenging her to open her heart for the very first time in her life. --- Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to announce that I'll be posting new chapters of my novel as quickly as I can! Stay tuned for regular updates as we delve deeper into the story. Along the way, I'll also be sharing pictures of celebrity lookalikes to show you how I imagine my characters in my head. I hope you enjoy getting to know them as much as I do! Best, MB

"What are you doing here?" he asked. "I'm studying your rocks," she replied, taking a sip of beer to moisten her dry mouth, another symptom of the state of her nerves. His smile disappeared, and his eyes widened. He glanced about and then he leaned towards her and whispered conspiratorially, "You know, I think that's the most forward thing a woman's ever said to me!" "But I like it!" he declared, sitting back with a huge Cheshire cat-like grin overspreading his face. She took one look at him and burst out laughing. She hadn't fully swallowed the sip of beer she'd taken and some of it sprayed out. "No, no," she choked out between fits of giggling, "I mean ... real rocks ... as in geology!" "Oh!" He joined in laughing, looking somewhat sheepish. This is the story of a young woman who travels to a remote area to do fieldwork for her Ph.D. in geology and all that she experiences there: rocks, nature ... and a man. WARNING: this novel contains some real geology ... among other things ;-)!

Clara, a 19-year-old from Sunnyvale, California, is spending her first summer on the East Coast as a camp counselor at Camp Wildflower Ridge in Little Compton, Rhode Island. What begins as an escape from the pressures of home soon becomes a journey of self-discovery, as Clara forms unexpected connections with her fellow counselors.

🏆 Top #SpyNovel, #HistoricalThriller, #ChineseHistory, #EastMeetsWest 🏆 Top 10 #Shanghai 🏆 Top 50 #HistoricalFiction, #1930s 🏆 Top 100 #China SHANGHAI, 1931. A CITY OF FALSE KINGS, LIVING ON BORROWED TIME. In the glittering, decadent heart of a city divided by foreign powers and Chinese gangsters, Hwang Gaa-Sheng is a ghost. To the world, he is Ho Gaa-Sheng, the impeccably dressed, silent manager of the Jade Qilin, a glamorous nightclub that serves as a sanctuary for exiles, artists, and spies. But in the shadows, he is the leader of a secret war, seeking to avenge his father's murder and protect his family from the forces poised to tear Shanghai apart. His quiet war is complicated by the arrival of Mimi Tsou, the beautiful, illegitimate daughter of his slain enemy. Rescued from a brothel and installed as the club's star singer, her voice becomes the soul of his fragile sanctuary, but her newfound fame attracts the most dangerous players in the city: a ruthless Kempeitai colonel, a cynical British spy, and a haunted Japanese journalist who will force her to question where her loyalties truly lie. As the years pass and the distant thunder of war grows into the deafening roar of the Japanese invasion, Sheng's secret war of whispers and ledgers explodes into a brutal, desperate battle for survival. The Jade Qilin becomes the last fortress of defiance in an occupied city, and its found family must make a final, tragic stand. From the jazz-soaked nights of the "Paris of the East" to the hell of the Shanghai front, The Jade Qilin is a sweeping, historical noir about the price of vengeance, the meaning of family, and the quiet, immortal victories that can only be won in the face of absolute defeat.

'Confessions of an Indian Girl' is the story of Nina Malhotra's struggle to balance living a life that would please her East Indian traditions (and parents) while fitting into the societal norms of contemporary North American society. It's funny. It's cheeky. And above all, it's all true.

Kara Isabel De Jesus works as cook in the diner in Ireland, and also works as part-time singer in a bar at Dublin. She is from the Philippines and works in Ireland, hoping that she will see her favorite boyband in person. But there's more than that happened when she and the Lads of Westlife crossed ways in Cliffs of Moher where the MTV of My Love shot there. From that moment, Mark is always wondering of a girl wearing T-shirt, jeans and sneakers when he saw that on Cliffs of Moher 1 year ago. He starts to search that girl and little thing he knows he's dreaming of Kara wearing them the same the day he first saw her. What if he falls in love with her inspite of being a gay?

TK MATT TAI DAVIS KARI MIMI AND SORA GO TO THE LIBRARY AFTER LOSING A BET WITH DAVIS WHILE THE LOSER HAS TO READ AT LEAST 11 BOOKS WHERE HE FINDS A BOOK THAT CATCHES HIS EYES WHICH JUST SO HAPPENS TO BE A BOOK ABOUT A 11 YEAR OLD BOY WHO JUST SO HAPPENS TO BE A NINJA AKA THE DIARY OF A 6TH GRADE NINJA AND AFTER SAYING THE NAME OF THE BOOK CARD CAPTORS STYLE THE TWO WAKE UP IN EACHOTHER'S BODIES

A person gets many chances in life, whether it's a chance at finding true love or a chance at caring for a loved one, their is always a chance. Mahadevi Maheshwari also had a chance, but it wasn't a chance at finding true love or caring for a loved one, Mahadevi had a second chance at life. She was taken away from her home, her family, at the tender age of 5, with little to no hope of ever seeing them again. She was supposed to be sold to the highest bidder by a notorious human trafficking ring, she was supposed to be just another one of their countless victims, but life gave her a second chance. She was saved from a seemingly inevitable fate, she was saved from a life filled with torture and torment. And now, years later, Mahadevi will be given yet another chance. But the question is; will she accept it? © All Rights Reserved. ~ Author: Naomiepolo.

A lonely young man from the Faroe Islands flies to the Philippines to meet a Filipina with the hope of marrying her. Will she say yes? This story is inspired by true events. *First Chapter will be out this Saturday 12am in Torshavn, GMT | 8am in Manila, GMT+8 *New chapters out every week at the same time!

"In the wild coasts of Western Australia, a young Chinese woman fleeing a broken engagement arrives to live with her estranged aunt. As she tries to escape tradition, she falls in love with an Australian artist haunted by his own family's secrets. But love is not enough when two worlds collide-especially when ancient gods demand respect, and cultural legacies refuse to be buried. Between fire rituals, moon prayers, and the ghosts of the past, they must choose: honor their roots or follow their hearts."

A biographical essay of Thales of Miletus, one of the earliest philosophers in the Western tradition who helped lay the foundations of Western civilization

Ranked #2 in #EastMeetsWest, 4 in #CulturalIdentity, #top 50 on #HongKong, #FamilySaga, #CrossRoads and #PastAndPresent on Wattpad! HONG KONG, 1984. AS THE CITY FACES AN UNCERTAIN FUTURE, TWO AMBITIOUS SOULS FIND THEIR PATHS INTERTWINED. Toby Lee, a star designer, has spent his life embracing Western culture. Elizabeth "Lizzy" Howard, the heir to a British tea fortune, embodies the very blend of East and West he avoids. Hired to save her family's struggling business, their partnership is initially fraught with cultural misunderstanding. But as they journey through the vibrant streets of Hong Kong, from bustling dai-pai-dongs to serene hiking trails, they discover a profound connection that challenges their identities and forces them to confront the legacies they've inherited. Woven through their story is the timeless romance of Lizzy's parents in the 1950s and the tragic, centuries-old tale of a mixed-race artist in Canton. Linked across generations by the enduring power of love and a single jade pendant, they must learn that in times of great change, the bravest choice is not to flee, but to build something new together. The Jade Pendant is a rich, evocative saga about finding your place between worlds and the enduring power of love to navigate the most uncertain of times.

🏆 Top #ChineseFood, EastMeetsWest 🏆 Top 10 #HongKong, #Recipes 🏆 Top 150 #Food A MOTHER'S HOPE. A DAUGHTER'S AMBITION. A FAMILY LEGACY SERVED WITH LOVE. In 1945 Hong Kong, a city of scars, Jayne Chan arrives with nothing but a sleeping infant, her family's jade bracelet, and a tattered recipe book. From the first bowl of wonton noodles she serves from a humble street cart, she isn't just selling food-she's ladling out hope. What begins as a fight for survival will become a culinary empire, built on the unshakable bond between mothers and daughters. Each generation faces a new world: Jayne, the resilient matriarch who builds a legacy from ash; her daughter Ling, the visionary who transforms a local favorite into a global sensation; and granddaughter Jo, who must find a way to honor tradition while forging her own path. Their story is told in the sizzle of a wok and the steam of a clay pot. In a city where East meets West, their family's recipes become a language of love, resilience, and legacy. This novel is more than a story-it's an experience. Woven throughout the narrative are over 30 authentic family recipes, inviting you to bring the taste of Timmy's Kitchen into your own home.

In the spring of 1911, Marcus, a determined African American Pinkerton agent, arrives in Japan-a land of ancient traditions and a rapidly changing world. Tasked with investigating a rising tide of violence, Marcus is determined to prove himself, despite being a stranger in a foreign land. An unlikely bond forms when Marcus crosses paths with Kenji, a skeptical yet skilled shogun. Drawn together by curiosity and necessity, Marcus introduces Kenji to the power of a revolver, while Kenji shares the soul of the samurai with Marcus. Their friendship transcends cultural barriers, blending Western innovation with Eastern discipline. But when a gang of ruthless bandits terrorizes a quiet village, Marcus and Kenji must unite their newfound skills to protect the innocent. Their bravery earns them the respect of the villagers, but the challenges they face run deeper than any bullet can reach. A tale of brotherhood, resilience, and the clash of two worlds, The Pinkerton and the Shogun is a story about finding common ground in the face of adversity-and discovering that true strength lies in friendship.

"Aasha: A Hope Beneath the Himalayan Sky" is a tender, soul-stirring tale of love, healing, and transformation. When Lukas, a disillusioned European traveler, arrives in Nepal seeking meaning beyond the noise of modern life, he finds more than majestic mountains-he finds Aasha, a compassionate local woman whose quiet strength and deep connection to her culture begin to awaken something long buried within him. As their paths intertwine, love blossoms, not just between two people, but between heart and homeland, pain and purpose. Together, they build something greater than romance-a living bridge between worlds. Set against the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas, this story is a moving celebration of hope, belonging, and the universal human journey toward wholeness.

Ananya Sen, an ambitious student from Kolkata, meets Jake Matthews, a passionate entrepreneur from San Francisco, in a bustling New York café. What begins as a chance encounter blossoms into a deep, cross-cultural romance. As they navigate the complexities of their differing backgrounds, Ananya and Jake discover that love can bridge even the widest divides. Join them on a heartfelt journey that proves love transcends culture, geography, and tradition.

Fate brought two misfits together who were one was a liberal Muslim girl with developmental problems And then there was Mike who had the equal problems as Layla. They go to see a light show find out that love and company are what Christmas is about. Not materialistic or financial stuff.

Worldwide known Kpop star meets the Hollywood's primer actress of her generation.

"They say strength in numbers for a reason. 1 against thousands, it's obvious who will win." For Saba, getting accepted to one of the most prestigious schools in the world, Haversham High for Ladies was meant to be her big break. A chance to prove herself. But she soon learns things won't be that simple. Facing discrimination from all angles, Saba must fight to prove her worth. And that there's more than 1 meaning to her notorious nickname - Black Sheep.