Beyond the Illusion: The Unspoken Truths Behind Language and Success peels back the polished surface of English fluency to reveal what's left unsaid.

Across boardrooms, classrooms, and conference calls, Mike Liu shares real-world stories from East Asia that expose the subtle breakdowns, silences, and cultural illusions hidden beneath "perfect English." Drawing on his experience as a diplomat, educator, and independent author, he delivers narrative case studies that illuminate the personal and professional costs of language performance.

From bluffing through meetings to unraveling the myth of fluency, this book invites readers to rethink what success really means when English becomes the stage — and the mask.