Inspired by the true story of a 15th-century female physician, Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See follows Tan Yunxian as she defies the expectations of her aristocratic marriage to secretly care for women and girls. Along the way, the novel explores the enduring traditions of Chinese healing, where tea and herbal infusions share deep roots with the therapeutic practices Yunxian administers.
Details: paperback, 386 pages
Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.9 in (20.3 x 13.3 x 2.3 cm)
Weight: 9.36 oz (265.35 g)
Fun Fact: This book was a New York Time's Bestseller. Lisa see is known for her excellence creating historical fiction with compelling stories of friendship, resilience, and the power of women supporting women.