Mother, you nurtured me

Author: Jin Dongfang
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: This is a historical novel, with all character threads drawn from Romance of the Three Kingdoms. The author brings to life the three women behind the three successful men—Sun Jian's wife, Wu Yu, and the mother of Sun Quan and Sun Ce. These historical figures, originally flat characters in the historical records, are given depth by the author. Wu Yu's visionary yet gentle and virtuous spirit elevates her, allowing her to add a touch of humanity to the future ruler of the state from her position as a devoted wife and mother. The entire novel revolves around the imperial mother Wu, showcasing the rise of Eastern Wu from nothing to strength. This book places greater emphasis on the emotional bonds behind the achievements and battles, revealing another aspect of the spiritual world of Sun Jian and his sons, Sun Quan and Sun Ce, to the readers.