Author Description

Life can flip in the blink of an eye... A profoundly compelling story of two families. Their dreams, love and the obstacles they must confront and overcome. JonSun Tang realizes his humble background makes a relationship with the beautiful SuAnn-the daughter of an esteemed surgeon-impossible. But love will not be dismissed. These students at the National Taiwan University defy SuAnn's father. First, they plan their marriage in secret. Then JonSun and SuAnn move to the United States. Strategically flipping houses in California resolves into their American dream and the means to create a lasting legacy for their future generations. Nearby, the McMeri family welcomes a baby girl and adopts a second infant, a daughter who is half-Chinese. However, it is soon apparent that one of the girls has a birth defect. Despite this and other challenges, the little girl is determined to pursue her Olympic dream in gymnastics. The thrill of flipping through the air makes her feel alive! The paths of the two families collide when the Tangs' son meets the McMeri girl in the third grade. The children's bond only grows stronger as they grow up together. But their relationship is forbidden by JonSun Tang, whose plan for his son's future is threatened by a girl who "isn't quite right." Flipping is an engaging and uplifting novel. "This book is intelligent, warm, and richly layered." Reba Hilbert. Dog Ear Publishing Editor About the Author: Dr. Eichin Chang-Lim is passionate about writing and enjoys listening to classical music and opera. She also does acting and modeling. Flipping is her third novel. Eichin was born in Taiwan. She received her BS degree from the National Taiwan University and her master's degree from the University of North Texas. She earned her doctorate in Optometry from Southern California College of Optometry and is currently in private practice with her husband near Los Angeles. They have one son, Theo