A review by marillenbaum
The Lotus Palace by Jeannie Lin
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
A murder mystery and a romance—my favorite things! The slow courtship was a delight to watch, and I appreciated how Bai Huang had to learn more about Yue-ying‘s trauma to love her in a way that worked for them both.
Moderate: Sexual violence, Child abuse, and Slavery