“Endless moons, an opaque universe, thunder, tornadoes, the quaking earth. Rare moments of peace; forehead up against my knees, arms around my head, I though, I listened, I longed not to exist. but life was there, a transparent pearl, a star revolving slowly on its own axis.”
This novel delves into the life and reign of an empress, exploring her political influence, personal relationships, and the challenges she faces in maintaining her power. more
“The tints of autumn...a mighty flower garden blossoming under the spell of the enchanter, frost.”
“To write is human, to edit is divine.”
“I cried for madder music and for stronger wine.”