The Valley of Amazement

An expansive, heartbreaking novel from the internationally bestselling author of -The Joy Luck Club-.In turn-of-the-century Shanghai, Violet Minturn is raised by her American mother, the mistress of the city-s most renowned courtesan house. When the revolution comes, a cruel deception forces Violet to become a virgin courtesan.-The Valley of Amazement- is the story of three women, bound by blood and betrayal. But, as she struggles to understand her heritage, it is Violet-s determination to forge her own destiny that propels this bittersweet tale of family secrets, changing identities and lost love.