The Last Kings of Shanghai

This book tells the epic story of two rival dynasties that flourished in Shanghai and Hong Kong during China's modern era. It explores the remarkable history of the Sassoons and the Kadoories, who profited from the Opium Wars, survived Japanese occupation, and nearly lost everything as the Communists swept into power. Through opium smuggling, family rivalry, political intrigue, and survival, this multigenerational saga offers a fascinating look at the little-known history of two extraordinary dynasties.