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CHINA BLONDE: How a newsreader's search for adventure led to friendship, acceptance...and peroxide pandemonium Kindle Edition

by Nicole Webb (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 39 ratings
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"Like a deep dive into the centre of mainland China with a fun, witty and brave best friend leading the way." Jacinta Tynan, Author, The Single Mother's Social Club.

"A hilarious exposition of culture shock.' Chris Bath, Network Ten Newsreader

From a TV newsreader in Sydney to a hotelier’s wife in the heart of China – this is a true story of reinvention, love, and finding your place in the world. Nicole Webb and her husband, James, are always up for an adventure, so when James is offered a job in the ancient city of Xi’an in north-west China, they jump at the chance. Nicole, James and three-year-old Ava pack up their home in Hong Kong and fly into a world they know nothing about -- a place where they know no one. Touching down, culture shock hits Nicole head on. It feels as if all eyes are on her and Ava, the only blondes in the jam-packed arrivals hall, two foreigners, so far from home. With honesty and humour, Nicole takes us on a journey of daily life in the Middle Kingdom at a time when the whole world is looking towards China. We follow her search for friendship and acceptance where she discovers, no matter what your culture or background, we’re connected the world over by the common thread of humanity. CHINA BLONDE gives us a very personal insight, told with a journalist’s eye view, into the lives of those who embraced Nicole with open arms. Her experience along the way will resonate with anyone who’s ever built a life in a new home – be it across the city or across the world.
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From a TV newsreader in Sydney to a hotelier's wife in the heart of China - this is a true story of reinvention, love, and finding your place in the world.

Nicole Webb and her husband, James, are always up for an adventure, so when James is offered a job in the ancient city of Xi'an in north-west China, they jump at the chance. Nicole, James and three-year-old Ava pack up their home in Hong Kong and fly into a world they know nothing about -- a place where they know no one.

Touching down, culture shock hits Nicole head on. It feels as if all eyes are on her and Ava, the only blondes in the jam-packed arrivals hall, two foreigners, so far from home.

With honesty and humour, Nicole takes us on a journey of daily life in the Middle Kingdom at a time when the whole world is looking towards China.

We follow her search for friendship and acceptance where she discovers, no matter what your culture or background, we're connected the world over by the common thread of humanity.

CHINA BLONDE gives us a very personal insight, told with a journalist's eye view, into the lives of those who embraced Nicole with open arms. Her experience along the way will resonate with anyone who's ever built a life in a new home - be it across the city or across the world.

About the Author

Hailing from the land of the long white cloud, New Zealand, Nicole moved to Australia as a teenager with her family. There she went on to pursue her dream of becoming a television journalist and newsreader.
After a decade at Sky News doing just that -- with her husband, James, in 5 Star hotels, he, Nicole (and baby bump) decided to do something akin to Carpe Diem.
A few deep breaths later the couple found themselves in the city that never sleeps, Hong Kong where the trio, which now included blondie Ava, survived and thrived for four years before moving to Xi'an, China, where they lived for 2.5 years.
Nicole, James and Ava are now back in Sydney (for the time being) where she continues to work as a Journalist, Writer and Speaker.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08KLLFX25
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Broadcast Books (October 2, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 2, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4396 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 290 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 0648905306
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 39 ratings

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A former News Reader with Sky News Australia, after ten years Nicole decided to step outside the box (literally) and do that thing called 'carpe diem!' A call came for her hotelier husband to throw his hat in the ring for a move to Hong Kong. Thus the journey of expat life began. After four years in the city that never sleeps, Nicole and family moved to the middle of China, Xi'an to be precise. As a freelance journalist and writer, Nicole has had her work published globally online and in many prestigious magazines. Nicole is a fervent blogger at MintMochaMusings.Com as well as Huffington Post. She is thrilled to be part of the anthology "Once Upon an Expat" and is about to publish her memoir CHINA BLONDE - How a newsreader's search for adventure led to friendship, acceptance...and peroxide pandemonium.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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39 global ratings
Unique China insights from inner Chinese culture
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Unique China insights from inner Chinese culture
The book China Blonde is a first book I have read from a Western woman’s perspective. Having read many business books on China, and even writing a book on it - to read the insights and mindset a Western woman goes through transitioning to life in China - and not a first tier city - but a central city of Xi’An - is amazing.You could feel the culture shock at the beginning, and the struggle to adjust to local China life. The twists it went through from the fear of going to the local shops ini the beginning to the emotional going away party at the end - you experience Nicole’s China life as if it were your own.
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Michael Michelini
5.0 out of 5 stars Unique China insights from inner Chinese culture
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2020
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The book China Blonde is a first book I have read from a Western woman’s perspective. Having read many business books on China, and even writing a book on it - to read the insights and mindset a Western woman goes through transitioning to life in China - and not a first tier city - but a central city of Xi’An - is amazing.

You could feel the culture shock at the beginning, and the struggle to adjust to local China life. The twists it went through from the fear of going to the local shops ini the beginning to the emotional going away party at the end - you experience Nicole’s China life as if it were your own.
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Michael Michelini
5.0 out of 5 stars Unique China insights from inner Chinese culture
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2020
The book China Blonde is a first book I have read from a Western woman’s perspective. Having read many business books on China, and even writing a book on it - to read the insights and mindset a Western woman goes through transitioning to life in China - and not a first tier city - but a central city of Xi’An - is amazing.

You could feel the culture shock at the beginning, and the struggle to adjust to local China life. The twists it went through from the fear of going to the local shops ini the beginning to the emotional going away party at the end - you experience Nicole’s China life as if it were your own.
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regina
5.0 out of 5 stars Immerse yourself in life in the middle of China
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2021
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I loved Nicole's account of her time in China and felt like I was there with her. Having travelled far and wide and lived in several countries myself, I know the challenges of settling into a new place. I could relate to her struggles, the awkward and hilarious moments. I highly recommend this book to anyone that enjoys stories that take us out of our comfort zone and allow us to immerse in a novel environmentment. Well-written and well-rounded book offering great insights into modern China.
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CHRIS MOORE
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written story about Chinese culture & friendship
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2021
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A beautifully written story, not only about the fascinating culture of China, but lifelong friendships made along the way. This book had me laughing, crying and wanting to join these ladies for margaritas. Nicely done Nicole!
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Gaccion
5.0 out of 5 stars Book must read, if you are stuck at home and couldn’t travel. This book will feel like your have.
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2021
Nicole will share her journey and you will see China in a different light. This book is full of love, laughter and friendship. Instead of her having a glamorous life and act superior than others . Nicole tries to connect with locals and understand their history. She didn’t talk about the rich or hanging out with famous people but connection with locals. This book is full of love and I feel like I have traveled . Can’t wait for this book to be in the BIG SCREEN.
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Louise Wiles
5.0 out of 5 stars A honest, engaging and fun story of finding your place and tribe in a foreign land
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 8, 2020
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Nicole leaves her career, family and friends behind to support her partners career, first in Hong Kong and then in Xi'an, China. Nicole's story demonstrates how adjusting to living in a culture so different from ones own can be simultaneously exhausting and exhilarating. For anyone about to move abroad, especially to Asia/China, this is a fantastic book to read: funny, warm and a reminder of the great value of finding your tribe when living abroad and for couples, the importance of a strong relationship as the foundation for overcoming challenges and thriving abroad.
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Gerry Loon
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Reviewed in Australia on June 21, 2021
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This account of a western family in the ‘Middle Kingdom’ is written in a ‘down to earth’ manner and honest account of how one deals with being thrust into a foreign land and having to learn a new language and customs. During her stay in China the writer and her family forged beautiful and enduring friendships and countless memories. Definitely worth a read. Congratulations on sharing your time and adventures in China Nicole.
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Andrea Barton
4.0 out of 5 stars This enjoyable read will give you a virtual trip to China
Reviewed in Australia on October 20, 2020
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China Blonde by Nicole Webb is an honest memoir about expat life in China. Nicole gives up her hard-won role as a news presenter at Sky New in Australia to follow her husband’s career in hospitality first to Hong Kong, then to China. Life in the ancient city of Xi’an is a challenge with language and cultural barriers forming an obstacle course full of traps.
As a former expat, I could relate to Nicole’s struggles to reestablish her identity in a new environment. Humour, perseverance and the strength of her marriage are her salvation. Just when she thinks she’ll never belong, she finds her tribe. The friendships she makes transform her expat adventure into one she will never forget.
This enjoyable read will give you a virtual trip to China.
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Robyn Flemming
5.0 out of 5 stars Finding community
Reviewed in Australia on June 27, 2021
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I loved the author's story of making a new place "home" by building one's own community there, one new relationship at a time. I believe that we are responsible for making our own paths in life, but, as Nicole Webb's memoir shows, we can't do it alone. A very enjoyable read.
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Stewart B
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in Australia on March 15, 2021
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Really enjoyed this book, and looking at the photographs stored on the website. Good insight into China, from a positive perspective.
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