Description
In the tumultuous aftermath of World War II, Yun Ling Teoh, a woman haunted by her past and the war crimes she helped prosecute, retreats to the lush highlands of Malaya. Seeking refuge and a semblance of peace, she discovers Yugiri, a breathtakingly beautiful Japanese garden, a sanctuary of tranquility amidst the wild landscape. Here, she encounters its enigmatic creator, Aritomo, and embarks on a journey of healing and self-discovery, unearthing buried memories and confronting the complex legacy of war and love. This evocative novel explores themes of memory, loss, identity, and the enduring power of nature to mend a fractured spirit.
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Published Jan 1, 2012
350 pages
ISBN: 9781905802494
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Details
First Published
2012
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Garden of Evening Mists by Twan Eng Tan.