Stories from Contemporary China: Zhou Yu's Train by Bei Cun, The Sprinkler by Xu Yigua, The Crime Scene by Li Er

Zhou Yu's Train

After her husband's accidental death, Zhou Yu finally discovers the secret he kept from her and the nature of the love she feels for his memory is thrown into doubt.

The Sprinkler

After her husband inexplicably disappears, a sprinkler truck driver spends years yearning for his return. Overwhelmed by loneliness and desire, she finally she learns the truth.

The Crime Scene

Based on an interview with a group of bank robbers, this novel explores the hows and whys behind the heroes and heroines destructive behavior.