Red Queen by Margaret Drabble

Set against the backdrop of Korea's rich history and culture, this novel intertwines the lives of two women separated by centuries. The narrative follows the journey of a modern-day British academic who becomes captivated by the memoirs of a 19th-century Korean crown princess. As she delves deeper into the princess's tragic life, the academic finds herself drawn into a world of intrigue, power struggles, and forbidden love, leading her to reflect on her own life and the universal themes of identity, destiny, and the human condition.

Published
2004
Nationality
British
Length
Moderate
Pages
368
Original Language
English
Avg User Rating
(3.0)
Alternate Titles
None

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