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3.55 AVERAGE
3.55 AVERAGE
I always loved History and reading fiction and putting both together nothing would go wrong for me. "Empress Orchid" was better than "The Last Empress" but still this was a great sequel. If you're not into sad and depressing stories then this one is not for you. The overall mood of this book is loneliness and melancholy. Empress Orchid has a life that I do not envy. Imagine losing so many friends and family. She was immortal, literally and figruatievly. She has to witness the deaths of her loved ones and 2 of her sons, I wouldn't be able to bear it. She was always been the bad one especially in the eyes of the Westeners that seemed a bit unfair. You'll feel sorry for her and for China after reading this book. I actually lost control of my emotions when Yung Lu died, its like I'm connected with Emrpess Orchid in a way and I applaud Anchee Min by making a great connection. I recommend "Empress Orchid" and "The Last Empress" to everyone who loves history.