Empress Orchid Audiobook

" I liked the beginning of this book much more than the end. Her life was interesting, and it makes me want to know more about the time period in China, but after she had her son, the book went downhill. The writing focused so much on the political intrigue, and not enough on the main character as a person. Don't think I'll read the following books. "

" Anchee Min menggambarkan sosok Orchid secara lebih manusiawi, daripada sosok yg digambarin Pearl S Buck di Maharani. Gw jd suka sama si Orchid.. waktu baca Maharani.. sebel ama si Orchid. Emang gak punya pendirian kali ya gw.. 8-) "

" I find this book rather interesting. I didn't know so much about Chinese culture and am very happy to have read this. I always thought Chinese people were humble, but this book showed me that even eastern cultures can be wasteful. "

" Historical novel but based on the life of a real Manchu empress in the 1850s. Again, the power of her narrative and descriptions (beautiful descriptions of the lavish court life in the Forbidden City) cause me to forget that her prose isn't as powerful as it could be. "

" This book is set in China and is about the making of concubines. It was good, but sad at times. "

" Great read! What an insight into the world of politics, history, human nature and culture! "

" I really enjoyed this book. I like reading about the culture and the etiquette of the time. It was very interesting. "

" Drama yang sangat apik, dengan intrik2 kelas atas. Perjuangan yang tiada akhir dari tokoh utama menuju kemuliaan yang diharapkan. "

" Transports you to a completely different time and place. An engrossing and fascinating look at Chinese culture during this period. "

" Note - Not this edition - red cover with half face at bottom of cover. "

" Gift from Beast "

" Cool book about the forbidden city! "

" Loved the historical perspective. "

" A fascinating look at ancient china/royalty/sexism/deprivation amidst abundance. Love that historical fiction! "

" A very compelling read! The tale manages to keep suspense even though you know from the beginning about Empress Orchid's survival and rule as Regent for many years. But the anticipation of events is still intense. Very enjoyable. "

" Such a fascinating read. Told through Empress Orchid's eyes, life in China and its Forbidden City, during the last days of imperialism, unfolds. I was mesmorized by the story of a concubine who becomes empress. "

" This wasn't as good as most books I read about China. It was still really interesting and I learned all about the Forbidden City. But the book could have been a lot longer. "

" Not a true story, but it provided insight into life in the forbidden city. The author did a great job of evoking strong emotions towards the characters in the novel. "

" I liked this book, I thought it was well written, though the author gives too much away, she seems to tell you what will happen before it happens at every opportunity... "

" Note - Not this edition - red cover with half face at bottom of cover. "

" great novel to read and very inspriing to learn about the hardship and duties of woman in 17th century china. loved it~ "

" interesting, full of chinese history during the ch'ing dynasty (1852), slow at times, almost didn't finish it. "

" Beautiful, luscious story. I loved it and it's another one of my top favorites. "

" Quite an amazing story. Interesting review of an important time in Chinese history. Well written. Quick and captivating reading. "

" Not exactly the same, but this reminded me of Memoirs of Geisha. Really enjoyed it! "