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Abstract

In this essay, we analyse four Malay romance novels within the context of the debate on high literature versus popular literature in Malaysia. We also discuss the images and portrayals of Malay women, the chick lit phenomenon and the formulaic romance plot to examine gender relations as well as the role of contemporary Malay romance novels as a potential space to express women’s voice and experience.

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