A review by rodiemom
Lady Tan's Circle Of Women by Lisa See

challenging emotional inspiring medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

This book is my second by Lisa See. The research that went into this novel is fantastic. She writes women in history with brilliance. The story is sometimes difficult to read because of how women are viewed in historical china and the barbaric treatment of them. Amazing storytelling.