The Book of Loss by Julith Jedamus
THE BOOK OF LOSS takes the reader deep into the heart of 10th century Japan and into a female world of intense emotion. The mysterious narrator, and her rival Izumi, are both ladies-in-waiting at the Imperial court, where all aspects of life are governed by elaborate social rules. It is a society steeped in hypocrisy, for although women are shut off from men behind shutters and silk screens, extramarital affairs are commonplace. Yet despite the apparent sexual liberalism, to be a woman shamed is to be worthless, nameless and to risk exile. At the start of the novel the greatest scandal imaginable has taken place. Kanesuke, the narrator's beloved (and also the lover of Izumi) has seduced the Virgin of Ise - one of the Emperor's daughters. He is banished from court, but his influence grows yet more powerful in the minds of the women left behind. The narrator's sense of loss is unbearable, her passion is all consuming, and now it will push her to extremes of rivalry.
'An excellent debut novel.. there is much in the book to keep a reading group happy... A thoroughly absorbing read, a real pleasure.' NEW BOOKS 'Will appeal to all who enjoyed GIRL WITH A PEARL EARRING and MEMOIRS OF A GEISHA.' BURY FREE PRESS
Born in Boulder, Colorado, Julith Jedamus now lives in Richmond, Surrey with her husband and son. This is her first book.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780753820483 |
| ISBN 10 | 075382048X |
| Title | The Book of Loss |
| Author | Julith Jedamus |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Orion Publishing Co |
| Year published | 2006-03-02 |
| Number of pages | 240 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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