The Empress of Bright Moon - (Empress of Bright Moon Duology) by Weina Dai Randel (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>"</strong>The author's talent for dramatic, well-timed dialogue, and portrayal of women's friendships and emotions-especially dislikes, jealousy, and fear - intensifies the reader's understanding of palace intrigue."--<em>Booklist</em>, STARRED Review</p><p><strong>The time for taking hold of her destiny is now</strong></p><p> At the moment of the Emperor's death, everything changes in the palace. Mei, his former concubine, is free, and Pheasant, the heir and Mei's lover, is proclaimed as the new Emperor, heralding a new era in China. But just when Mei believes she's closer to her dream, Pheasant's chief wife, Lady Wang, powerful and unpredictable, turns against Mei and takes unthinkable measures to stop her. The power struggle that ensues will determine Mei's fate-and that of China. </p><p> Surrounded by enemies within the palace that she calls home, Mei continues her journey to the throne in <em>The Empress of Bright Moon</em>, the second book in Weina Dai Randel's acclaimed duology. Only by fighting back against those who wish her harm will Mei be able to realize her destiny as the most powerful woman in China.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>..".a rich conclusion... Randel has done much to breathe life into the life of Empress Wu." - <strong><em> Publishers Weekly</em></strong><br><br>"A must-read for fans of historical fiction set in ancient China, this novel offers a compelling look at a woman's unprecedented rise to power." - <strong><em> Library Journal, Starred Review</em></strong><br><br>"The author's talent for dramatic, well-timed dialogue, and portrayal of women's friendships and emotions-especially dislikes, jealousy, andfear - intensifies the reader's understanding of palace intrigue." - <strong><em> Booklist, Starred Review</em></strong><br><br>"The second of Randel's duet centering on Mei, a woman destined for greatness, sweeps readers back into the treacherous court of the emperor. Once again, Randel's gift for evoking the atmosphere of the palace shines. Readers are immersed in a world where vengeance is a way of life. Though accurate, the reality and brutality of some incidents may disturb gentle readers. Truly a fascinating read!" - <strong><em> RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars</em></strong><br>
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