Downer, Lesley

The Last Concubine

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ISBN 13:: 9780552155205
author:: Downer, Lesley
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Corgi
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2009
Pages:: 624
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 12.7 x 3.8 centimetres (0
Genre:: Historical fiction
Condition:: New
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The Last Concubine by Lesley Downer In 1865 Japan, the women's palace in Edo is a world of intrigue and erotic rivalries. Sachi, a young girl chosen as the concubine of the shogun, must navigate this treacherous landscape. But when civil war erupts, she flees for her life. Rescued by a rebel warrior, Sachi finds herself torn between duty and desire. As she struggles to uncover the truth about her past, she must confront the secrets that threaten to destroy her. In a society where private passions are forbidden, Sachi's journey is one of self-discovery and survival. With its rich historical setting and complex characters, The Last Concubine is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and the power of the human spirit.

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