The Cinnabar Dragon, Jasmine Borschberg
The Cinnabar Dragon, Jasmine Borschberg
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The Cinnabar Dragon

Author: Jasmine Borschberg

Narrator: Emily Anna Dinwiddie-Cole

Unabridged: 8 hr 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/13/2025


Synopsis

At twelve, Li Hua is sold to a floating brothel, but destiny has other plans. Behind the walls of the Forbidden City, she evolves from concubine to spy. She navigates treachery, suppresses a rebellion, and engineers a bold escape with only a mastery of martial arts and a cinnabar dragon pendant imbued with the fatal poison known as GU. In modern-day San Francisco, Lu Carter, an adopted Chinese American and a medical engineer, is introduced to the mysteries of her family’s past when she receives an ancient chronicle. During a trip to Shanghai, she uncovers her birth mother’s dark history—imprisonment and debts owed to the wrong people. Upon her return, Lu is terminated from her job and faces a corporate espionage lawsuit after her invention is leaked. But the past and present soon collide.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Gary on December 11, 2024

A Riveting Masterpiece: Cinnabar Dragon is Unforgettable In Cinnabar Dragon, the author weaves an exhilarating tale of destiny, resilience, and family secrets. The story follows two compelling narratives: Li Hua, a young girl sold to a floating brothel in ancient China, who rises from concubine to sp......more

Goodreads review by Lars on January 26, 2025

Just finished reading one of my Christmas gifts, a fascinating new book called “The Cinnabar Dragon” by Jasmine Borschberg. I must say that this historical novel was a delightful surprise! What I loved about the story is how it blends rich historical detail with an emotionally gripping story, moving......more

Goodreads review by Reader on April 18, 2025

I couldn’t believe I finished Cinnabar Dragon in just two days! From the very beginning, the story captivated me, seamlessly switching between the 1800s Xing Dynasty and present day. The characters and storyline were incredibly engaging and well-developed. A truly commendable read!......more