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'An engaging and entertaining read' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY 'A sprawling family epic intent on capturing China's mystic flavour. Full of English heroes, Chinese villains and brave, virtuous women' METRO 'An atmospheric novel' BELLA 'The book is at turns harrowing and entertaining, the characters are strongly cast and the sights, smells, colours and noises of rural China spring to life' Courier Mail, Australia
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'An engaging and entertaining read' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY 'A sprawling family epic intent on capturing China's mystic flavour. Full of English heroes, Chinese villains and brave, virtuous women' METRO
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I found the novel a very gripping and interesting read. I found it quite emotive at times though I couldn't put it down.
There are very few dates and references to actual events so in a way, it's not really a historical fiction. One does however, learn a lot about the Chinese culture, their tendency to carry out superstitious practices and the lengths that they go to for the birth of a son. My only complaint however that nearly all the Chinese male characters are portrayed in a very negative light as chauvinistic pigs and lack respect for women.
Set in early 1900s, the story tells of a daughter from 3 generations, who are oppressed by those close to them and their journey to challenge their destiny as perceived by others.
At the start of the novel is Pai Ling who has bound foot and becomes forth concubine of a spice farmer, Yik Munn who is old enough to be her grandad. he yearns for a male heir but receives Li Xia instead.
Li Xia is motherless from birth and it is her father's intention to sell her by the time she is 8 to a silk factory. Li Xia's fight for freedom and determination to turn her life around earns her the love and respect of a foreigner whom she marries and has a child with. Their happiness however is short lived and tragedy follows. Their child is separated from her parents at birth and is cared for by a close family friend and her cousin.The rest of the novel tells of the child's journey to find out about her family history outwitting many enemies on the way and eventually finding love.
There are very few dates and references to actual events so in a way, it's not really a historical fiction. One does however, learn a lot about the Chinese culture, their tendency to carry out superstitious practices and the lengths that they go to for the birth of a son. My only complaint however that nearly all the Chinese male characters are portrayed in a very negative light as chauvinistic pigs and lack respect for women.
Set in early 1900s, the story tells of a daughter from 3 generations, who are oppressed by those close to them and their journey to challenge their destiny as perceived by others.
At the start of the novel is Pai Ling who has bound foot and becomes forth concubine of a spice farmer, Yik Munn who is old enough to be her grandad. he yearns for a male heir but receives Li Xia instead.
Li Xia is motherless from birth and it is her father's intention to sell her by the time she is 8 to a silk factory. Li Xia's fight for freedom and determination to turn her life around earns her the love and respect of a foreigner whom she marries and has a child with. Their happiness however is short lived and tragedy follows. Their child is separated from her parents at birth and is cared for by a close family friend and her cousin.The rest of the novel tells of the child's journey to find out about her family history outwitting many enemies on the way and eventually finding love.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Wow, what an amazing book. Stirring up all kinds of emotions as the author takes you through a journey so intricately detailed you could imagine that you are watching the events unfold in front of your own eyes. Without giving the story away, I just have to say how thoroughly enjoyable this book is and if you choose not to read it, you would be missing out.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have just finished this and really enjoyed it. I have recently started reading books along the same of lines, Empress Orchid and Last Empress by Anchee Min and others and I enjoyed this one the most.
The story follows a young girl struggles in the early 1900's. Starts with her in a family who dont want her, then being sent to a silk factory working her way up, then tragedy strikes. However a chance of good luck lends it way to her.
I would recommend this to anyone who likes this genre or anyone looking for a change of read
The story follows a young girl struggles in the early 1900's. Starts with her in a family who dont want her, then being sent to a silk factory working her way up, then tragedy strikes. However a chance of good luck lends it way to her.
I would recommend this to anyone who likes this genre or anyone looking for a change of read
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Cardboard characters in China
The first thing to explain is that this is actually two novels - one which follows loosely on from the other. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kublai Dom
women's treatment in China in the past
This book deals with women's positions in society and is shown over three generations. The style of writing Is simple, keeps the story flowing. Read more
Published 5 months ago by An old granny
Misleading author name
After struggling through several pages, I thought I'd find out a bit more about the author.
I was rather taken aback to find that, according to his website, 'Pai Kit... Read more
I was rather taken aback to find that, according to his website, 'Pai Kit... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Greenhill
same as
The concubines daughter is a fabulous book, and I couldnt put it down.......however I have just opened my next book RED LOTUS.............. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Orla
Oriental tale about fighting the destiny and fighting for love
I am a huge fan of oriental and exotic stories with 'the Memoirs of a Geisha' being my ultimate favourite. Read more
Published 13 months ago by keen-reader
one of those that you must read
i loved reading this book. it was hard to put it down. gripping story, a couple of happy moments and sad moments to keep the story interesting. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ms. S. V. Moyo
Good book
I really enjoyed this book although I found that somtimes there was a lot description rather than action. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Loulou31
Red Lotus
I had this book brought me for christmas and I've got to say it is one of the best books I have read for along time.
This book has been written really well. Read more
This book has been written really well. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Karen Gooderham
Fantastic read
Fantastic read I could not put it down my only disappointment was ordering The Concubines Daughter by the same author and then realising it was the same story
Published 18 months ago by Lynbon
Stunning...
An amazing book, a real dark-horse of a story. From such humble and unexpected beginnings comes this wave of emotion through the lives of three generations of women. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Random Chick
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