Title: The Peony Pavilion - Lisa See - book
Summary :
China, 17th century. Secluded in the women's luxurious apartments, Peony kills time before her wedding. But rather than engage in proper exercises—embroidery or singing—she prefers to immerse herself in dangerous readings that exalt mad love. When, on the occasion of her birthday, her father allows her to attend, hidden behind a screen, the performance of his favorite opera, Peony falls in love with an elegant poet. Passion will burn the young girl and take her on a journey that will last well beyond her own death.
