Recs if you like China Dolls...

I know there are already several lists with a California theme, but I am hoping this acts as a syllabus of sorts for books that deal with the core myth, history, violence, dream, and contradiction of California. Suggestions are welcome!

Female Asian Americans & Asian-coded protagonists in fiction (also Asian diaspora beyond America)

historical fiction novels set in san francisco following young women. various decades/centuries and themes are explored, though strong female friendships are a common element.