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I was enthralled by this rich tale of the Far East where fortunes were made and lives were lost.

The Ming storytellers opens a world of the imagination and history beyond what we could imagine. The story unfolds in five parts following strong characters and a pace that builds up as the tale is told through the mouth of an old woman storyteller.

Beautifully written and in great and impressive details, you're projected into a descriptive and vanished world of intrigues, jealousy and unrequited love. It is a world of silks and brocades, of lacquer boxes with coveted jewels and all that a heart can desire, but with a danger that lurks and always one step ahead. Lust, passion, greed and power juxtapose themselves to advance in this dangerous world. A young girl with ambitions to become a favorite concubine, a mysterious Persian woman traveler and the old woman storyteller all sharing a common thread as the story unravels.

In the Ming dynasty, under the rule of Zhu Di, the Middle Kingdom Emperor, a young boy is forced to become a eunuch. The youth grows up to become Grand Admiral of the Ming Fleet and is devoted to his leader; despite the loss and horror he has endured. In order to serve his emperor with loyalty, Zheng He, also known as San Bao, has to be on his constant guard to protect Zhu Di.

Deep in the palace, the young orphan girl, Min Li, is brought up to become the emperor's concubine. She is adopted by the Emperors' sister Princess Xia and grows up with alabaster skin and fiery eyes. Min Li quickly becomes adept at getting all she wants in the palace by using her temptress charms, and rises to the rank of a Guifei, or most favored concubine. Despite the growing feeling of power, Min Li feels trapped as a bird in a gilded cage. She is driven by the powerful desire to meet the admiral face to face and at her own peril.

Min Li's future is assured, as she is raised to succeed to the rank of a first concubine. But her heart falls for the towering admiral and seeks his presence and attention. To do so, would bring danger to the admiral and to herself. The palace intrigues falls upon her shoulders as she's trained to become a spy for the emperor and to find and rout out his enemies. In doing so she makes enemies of her own and who become sworn to bring her demise. Meanwhile, the Emperor notices Min Li's strong attraction to the Admiral as a new danger enters her life.

This is a powerful story that remains with you long past reading the last page


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The Ming Storytellers edition by Laura Rahme Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews

Loved this peek into the fabled Ming Dynasty, and the ritualized culture that controlled lives of all those connected to The Son of Heaven. This is a substantial book, one story containing many, a masterful mix of shamans, palace intrigue, forbidden love, and tested loyalties. Set in the 15th century and the last feudal dynasty ruled by the Han people, we find ourselves in the frequently treacherous landscape of China's golden age of naval supremacy and absolute power. It's a time of eunuchs and imperial concubines, whose existences vacillate between brutal and esteemed. The period of China's history has always fascinated me, so this consuming tale, with just the right touch mystery and adventure had me hooked from the start. If you're drawn to period pieces with rich cultural drapings, star-crossed lovers and a twisted happy ending, you will enjoy the Ming Storytellers.
Ok, I read for entertainment, but did I ever learn from this read!!! The title and cover may lead you to believe that this book is another story about concubines, the imperial court ladies, the silks, jades, and gold surrounding the lives of these women. You would not be wrong, entirely. The story is rich in the description of the lives of such beauties, but it really is about the eunuchs who served them and the Emperor. This book goes graphically into the hows and whys of the Chinese eunuchs, describes the rank and protocol, and even compares the Chinese eunuchs to those of other countries! These eunuchs invariably suffered great health problems, and embarrassing conditions as a result of their castrations. You will learn about it and of their emotional and physical impairments that resulted. But you will also discover, as I did, that love and sex did not leave with their genitals. Yes, this story includes descriptive, beautiful language of lovemaking between a woman and a castrated man. It is clear that Laura Rahme did her research. This is a wonderful story, not just the sex, but the travels and the people in the story make this another "Must Read!"
Featuring all of the silk, scheming, and scandals a reader expects from the Chinese court, The Ming Storytellers is the sweeping love story of the unexpected pairing of Admiral Zheng He—a high-ranking eunuch—with Min Li—a royal concubine. Beautifully written and masterfully crafted, the multidimensional characters tug at our emotions, evoking visceral reactions ranging from admiration to pity to disgust. I found myself whisked away to such exotic locations as the northern and southern palaces at Nanjing and Beijing, surviving a devastating storm and a ruthless spy with the royal fleet in a foreign port, galloping along the mountainous Chamadao with an outlaw tea trader, and finally arriving to a fateful meeting on the shores of Zanzibar.

Thoroughly researched and exquisitely detailed, every occurrence holds meaning that is revealed as the story unfolds. Although over 600 pages, the easy flowing narrative never lagged or became trite and held me spellbound until the very end. Highly recommended for anyone seeking to be entertained or educated by a fresh perspective on historical events.
I was enthralled by this rich tale of the Far East where fortunes were made and lives were lost.

The Ming storytellers opens a world of the imagination and history beyond what we could imagine. The story unfolds in five parts following strong characters and a pace that builds up as the tale is told through the mouth of an old woman storyteller.

Beautifully written and in great and impressive details, you're projected into a descriptive and vanished world of intrigues, jealousy and unrequited love. It is a world of silks and brocades, of lacquer boxes with coveted jewels and all that a heart can desire, but with a danger that lurks and always one step ahead. Lust, passion, greed and power juxtapose themselves to advance in this dangerous world. A young girl with ambitions to become a favorite concubine, a mysterious Persian woman traveler and the old woman storyteller all sharing a common thread as the story unravels.

In the Ming dynasty, under the rule of Zhu Di, the Middle Kingdom Emperor, a young boy is forced to become a eunuch. The youth grows up to become Grand Admiral of the Ming Fleet and is devoted to his leader; despite the loss and horror he has endured. In order to serve his emperor with loyalty, Zheng He, also known as San Bao, has to be on his constant guard to protect Zhu Di.

Deep in the palace, the young orphan girl, Min Li, is brought up to become the emperor's concubine. She is adopted by the Emperors' sister Princess Xia and grows up with alabaster skin and fiery eyes. Min Li quickly becomes adept at getting all she wants in the palace by using her temptress charms, and rises to the rank of a Guifei, or most favored concubine. Despite the growing feeling of power, Min Li feels trapped as a bird in a gilded cage. She is driven by the powerful desire to meet the admiral face to face and at her own peril.

Min Li's future is assured, as she is raised to succeed to the rank of a first concubine. But her heart falls for the towering admiral and seeks his presence and attention. To do so, would bring danger to the admiral and to herself. The palace intrigues falls upon her shoulders as she's trained to become a spy for the emperor and to find and rout out his enemies. In doing so she makes enemies of her own and who become sworn to bring her demise. Meanwhile, the Emperor notices Min Li's strong attraction to the Admiral as a new danger enters her life.

This is a powerful story that remains with you long past reading the last page