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One evening, my father asked me if I would like to become a ghost bride...Part 19th century novel, part magical journey to the Chinese world of the dead, Yangsze Choos debut novelThe Ghost Brideis a startlingly original historical fantasy infused with Chinese folklore, romantic intrigue, and unexpected supernatural twists. Reminiscent of Lisa SeesPeony in Loveand Neil GaimansNeverwhere,The Ghost Brideis a wondrous coming-of-age story from a remarkable new voice in fiction.Oprah.coms Book of the Week,Indie Next List pick,Good Housekeeping August Book Pick,Glamour Magazine Beach Read,The Bookseller Editors Pick,Library Journal Barbaras PickChoos clear and charming style creates an alternatereality where the stakes are just as high as in the real world, combininggrounded period storytelling with the supernatural.