Fragrant Harbour

Fragrant Harbour

John Lanchester, 2013

Overview

Fragrant Harbour chronicles the intertwined lives of four individuals across Asia's last seventy years. The narrative follows Tom Stewart's journey from England to establish Hong Kong's premier hotel. He encounters Sister Maria, an uncompromising Chinese nun, on his voyage. The story also features Dawn Stone, an English journalist who becomes a prominent figure in business and media, and Matthew Ho, a young Chinese entrepreneur whose life is marked by difficult choices made before his birth.

Who it's for

• Readers interested in historical fiction set in Asia.
• Those who enjoy multi-generational sagas.
• Fans of novels exploring themes of fortune, power, and cultural change.

Key features

• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Publisher: Faber
• Publication Year: 2013
• Pages: 320
• ISBN: 9780571294855