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Threads of Silk,Used
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When I was a child, I thought my destiny was to live and die on the banks of the Xiangjiang River as my family had done for generations. I never imagined that my life would lead me to the Forbidden City and the court of Chinas last Empress.Born in the middle of nowhere, Yaqian, a little embroidery girl from Hunan Province, finds her way to the imperial court, a place of intrigue, desire, and treachery. From the bed of an Emperor, the heart of a Prince, and the right side of an Empress, Yaqian weaves her way through the most turbulent decades of Chinas history and witnesses the fall of the Qing Dynasty.Fans of Amy Tan, Lisa See, Anchee Min, and Pearl S. Buck are sure to love this debut novel by Amanda Roberts. This richly descriptive and painstakingly researched novel brings the opulence of the Qing Court to life as Yaqian and Empress Cixi's lives intertwine over six decades.AMANDA ROBERTS is a writer, editor, and teacher who has been living in China since 2010. Amanda has an MA in English from the University of Central Missouri. While in college she also studied Chinese language and history. She has been published in magazines, newspapers, and anthologies around the world and she regularly contributes to numerous blogs. She is the author of the Crazy Dumplings series of cookbooks and is a wellknown blogger in China. Amanda can be found all over the Internet, but her home is TwoAmericansinChina.com.RED EMPRESS PUBLISHING is a fullservice publisher offering traditional and new services for their authors to help them succeed and stand out in an everchanging market. Red Empress Publishing is actively seeking submissions by women and people of color as part of the company's philosophy of diversity and inclusion. They are currently seeking submissions in all genres of fiction but especially romance, mystery, fantasy, and historical fiction. Authors can submit their books and request more information on Red Empress Publishing's official website http://redempresspublishing.com. Be sure to also follow Red Empress Publishing on Facebook and Twitter for all their latest news and releases.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary theme of 'Threads of Silk'? A: 'Threads of Silk' explores themes of destiny, cultural heritage, and the journey of a young girl from a humble background to the opulent imperial court of China, highlighting the complexities of life during the fall of the Qing Dynasty.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Threads of Silk'? A: The author of 'Threads of Silk' is Amanda Roberts, a writer and teacher who has lived in China since 2010 and has an MA in English.
- Q: What is the genre of 'Threads of Silk'? A: 'Threads of Silk' falls under the genre of cultural heritage fiction, with elements of historical fiction, romance, and intrigue.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Threads of Silk'? A: 'Threads of Silk' has a total of 398 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Threads of Silk' have? A: 'Threads of Silk' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Threads of Silk' published? A: 'Threads of Silk' was published on September 13, 2016.
- Q: Is 'Threads of Silk' suitable for fans of other authors? A: Yes, readers who enjoy works by authors like Amy Tan, Lisa See, Anchee Min, and Pearl S. Buck are likely to appreciate 'Threads of Silk'.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Amanda Roberts? A: Readers can expect a richly descriptive and meticulously researched writing style that brings the historical context of the Qing Court to life.
- Q: Is 'Threads of Silk' a standalone novel? A: 'Threads of Silk' is a debut novel and is intended to be a standalone story, focusing on the life of Yaqian and her journey.
- Q: What is the significance of the setting in 'Threads of Silk'? A: The setting plays a crucial role as it depicts the contrast between Yaqian's humble beginnings in Hunan Province and the grandeur and intrigue of the imperial court in Beijing.