“The Rape of Nanking is controversial not only in that Japan has completely rejected the accounts which are documented in this book, but that Iris Chang's own research was funded by the Chinese government and flirts dangerously close with "Red" propaganda. "Rape" is sure to stir violent opinions of both Chinese and Japanese readers, but no matter which side you take, the fact remains that Chang's novel is essential reading for history buffs and not to be ignored.”
