This is one from my collection of books. I went through an Asian book phase and bought all of them I could. I recently picked this one up again to read.
Chronicling 19th Century Japan, as told through the eyes of Sachi. Plucked from her mountain village and traveling to the women's complex in Edo, the story spans decades. The fall of the Shogun, political intrigue and what happens when three thousand woman suddenly have to vacate the palaces.
I enjoyed this book again for a number of reasons. Lesley does her research. Although not everything in this book is based on truth, I would say that about 85% of it is true. Lesley's fascination with Japan mirrors my own, but she has been able to pursue it in ways that I never can. I think that is why I enjoy reading her works so much. She really captures the essence of feudal Japanese women (or at least how I think they should behave) and goes into a lot of historical details. This book once again has fueled my obsession.
Be prepared for an onslaught of Asian books!
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