Marry Me

Name: Marry Me
ISBN: 9787538541359

宋晓鸣北京妇女儿童出版社Jul 2019

3.3

Word count: 158K words
Chapters: 12
ISBN: 9787538541359

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Summary

“Carnivorous woman” is a term coined in Japan to describe women who actively pursue men. Mostly white-collar workers, they have met many people yet remain unmarried; when they spot a man they like, they pounce like a hungry tiger to declare their feelings, completely ignoring the astonished stares of onlookers...

Editor's review

Using “carnivorous woman,” a buzzword from Japan, this book examines the proactive stance and inner dilemmas of contemporary urban white-collar women in love and marriage. Rather than stopping at defining the term, the author places “actively pursuing” back into concrete emotional relationships and life choices, letting readers see the hesitation, pressure to keep up appearances, and self-affirmation behind such initiative. The narration is brisk and the topics close to daily life, suitable for reading on the commute, before bed, or while discussing relationship matters with friends. Its value lies not in offering standard answers but in helping readers re-examine taken-for-granted judgments such as “Should I make the first move?” and “Does making the first move mean lowering my worth?” While reading, pay attention to how the book presents the tension between women's self-expression and the social gaze; do not treat its views as the only standard—compare them with your own life experience, and the gains will be more substantial.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers interested in urban love and marriage topics who want a different angle on women actively pursuing men
Young women currently at a stage of emotional choice who want to sort out their own attitudes and concerns
General readers who enjoy brisk, topic-driven writing for commuting or bedtime reading
People who follow gender buzzwords and shifting social attitudes and want to make everyday observations

Not a good fit for

Readers expecting systematic academic research or rigorous sociological argument
People hoping for concrete step-by-step dating tactics and technique guides
Readers uninterested in love and marriage topics who only want fiction

Reading tips

Start with the table of contents and opening to clarify what “carnivorous woman” specifically refers to in this book, then move into the chapters.
After each case, pause and think whether similar situations exist around you, and make brief notes.
Treat the book's views as a starting point for discussion; compare different positions when talking with friends, and avoid accepting everything wholesale.
If interested in the background of the Japanese buzzword, look up relevant materials separately and read them alongside this book.

About the publisher

北京妇女儿童出版社

Public information about Beijing Women and Children Publishing House is limited. Judging from the nine titles in our database, its publishing scope covers foreign literature, literary appreciation, history, applied psychology, and classical poetry. Representative books include Edith Hamilton's 1200 Years of Greek and Roman Mythology, the two-volume Listening to Zhu Ziqing on the Classics (Listening to Zhu Ziqing on Ancient Poetry and Listening to Zhu Ziqing on Classical Literature), William Arthur Shaw's A History of Western Currency, as well as All I Ask for in Life Is Love and Freedom, Story Healing, Annotated Translations of Ancient Poems, The Great Masters: From Confucius to Plato, and Marry Me. Its authors include modern writers such as Zhu Ziqing and Lao She, along with Wu Tingting, Zhao Yipeng, Evan Poster, and Wu Liheng. Overall, it shows a publishing character that balances classic translation with literary popularization and attends to psychological and life themes.

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FAQ

Is the term “carnivorous woman” derogatory in this book?

According to the available information, the book discusses it as a new term originating in Japan, describing women who actively pursue men, without directly defining it as derogatory. While reading, pay attention to the author's tone and context when using the term, and judge the attitude in light of specific chapters rather than drawing conclusions from the word alone.

Is this book a novel or a topic-based read?

Based on the available information, the book revolves around the popular concept of “carnivorous woman” and is closer to topic-based writing than to a novel driven by fictional plot. It touches on the emotional circumstances of urban white-collar women, but the exact format should still be confirmed by actually looking through the book.

Is this book suitable for male readers?

Yes, it can be read. The book discusses women actively pursuing men and views on love and marriage; male readers who want to understand different perspectives and reflect on their own views of “taking the initiative” can also find material for discussion. But if you are only looking for emotional advice from a male perspective, it may not be the right fit.

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About the author

宋晓鸣 Author

Song Xiaoming is an author about whom limited public information is available. Her nationality, dates of birth and death, English name, and personal background have not been clearly documented. One work by this author is held in the collection: the modern romance novel Marry Me. In terms of subject matter, the book belongs to the common category of modern romance and revolves around the emotional relationships of contemporary urban men and women. Works of this kind typically appeal to readers through realistic settings, delicate emotional portrayal, and strong storytelling. Since only this one work by Song Xiaoming can currently be verified, it is difficult to offer a comprehensive account of her writing style or creative development, or to assess her position and influence within the genre. Overall, Song Xiaoming is a romance author who came to readers' attention through Marry Me, and further information about her later work remains to be provided by additional public sources.