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The English Concubine: Passion and Power in 1860s Singapore

by Dawn Farnham
RM44.38 MYR
The English Concubine: Passion and Power in 1860s Singapore
The English Concubine: Passion and Power in 1860s Singapore

Illicit love amidst Singapore's historical underbelly.

Set against the exotic backdrop of 1860s Singapore, "The English Concubine" provides not just a gripping narrative of forbidden love, but a deeply immersive historical experience. You’d appreciate how Dawn Farnham doesn't shy away from the darker aspects of the era—exposing the opium trade and societal divides. This final installment of The Straits Quartet is for those who love a rich, evocative drama that challenges romantic ideals with stark historical realities.

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 English Concubine: Passion and Power in 1860s Singapore

by Dawn Farnham
RM44.38 MYR
ISBN: 9789814423625
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, War
Goodreads rating: 4.04
(rated by 89 readers)

Description

The final volume of the Straits Quartet or the Red Thread series about 1860s Singapore.
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Illicit love amidst Singapore's historical underbelly.

Set against the exotic backdrop of 1860s Singapore, "The English Concubine" provides not just a gripping narrative of forbidden love, but a deeply immersive historical experience. You’d appreciate how Dawn Farnham doesn't shy away from the darker aspects of the era—exposing the opium trade and societal divides. This final installment of The Straits Quartet is for those who love a rich, evocative drama that challenges romantic ideals with stark historical realities.

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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