Snow Flower and the Secret Fan (2005) by Lisa See

Set in 19th century China, 'Snow Flower and the Secret Fan' explores the deep bond between two women through the lens of their shared experiences and the cultural practices that shape their lives.
Rating: 3.6
Genres Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Original language: zh
Stars
Lily
Snow Flower
Lily's Mother
Snow Flower's Mother
Lily's Husband
Creators
Lisa See (author)
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