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The Red Thread: A Chinese Tale of Love and Fate in 1830s Singapore

by Dawn Farnham
RM36.78 MYR
RM33.10 MYR Thryft Club Member Price
The Red Thread: A Chinese Tale of Love and Fate in 1830s Singapore
The Red Thread: A Chinese Tale of Love and Fate in 1830s Singapore

Cultural romance entwined with Singapore's historical tapestry.

The Red Thread weaves an evocative tale set against a richly detailed 1830s Singapore, captivating readers with a poignant exploration of love transcending cultural boundaries. For those who appreciate historical depth with their romance, this book not only offers a lush portrayal of the era but also delves into the complex weave of fate and human connection. It's a narrative that celebrates the power of love amidst the vibrancy and dangers of a burgeoning Singapore.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Red Thread: A Chinese Tale of Love and Fate in 1830s Singapore

by Dawn Farnham
RM36.78 MYR
RM33.10 MYR Thryft Club Member Price
ISBN: 9789814423595
Authors: Dawn Farnham
Publisher: Monsoon Books Pte. Ltd.
Date of Publication: 2015-04-07
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Romance, Historical Fiction
Related Topics: Historical Romance
Goodreads rating: 3.43
(rated by 262 readers)

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Set against the backdrop of 1830s Singapore where piracy, crime, triads, and tigers are commonplace, this historical romance follows the struggle of two lovers Zhen, a Chinese coolie and triad member, and Charlotte, an 18-year-old Scots woman and sister of Singapore's Head of Police. Two cultures bound together by the invisible threads of fate yet separated by cultural diversity.
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Cultural romance entwined with Singapore's historical tapestry.

The Red Thread weaves an evocative tale set against a richly detailed 1830s Singapore, captivating readers with a poignant exploration of love transcending cultural boundaries. For those who appreciate historical depth with their romance, this book not only offers a lush portrayal of the era but also delves into the complex weave of fate and human connection. It's a narrative that celebrates the power of love amidst the vibrancy and dangers of a burgeoning Singapore.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.