Review of The Wheel

tarafarah7 · Post by **tarafarah7** » 07 May 2025, 15:51

Today's BOTD is a historical fiction novel made up of over 100 interwoven vignettes set during the Qín and early Hàn Dynasties. Readers of genre, as well as those who enjoy themes surrounding morality, fate, and power should download this one today. Thanks for the helpful review; I've downloaded my copy.

Post by **Seamstress** » 07 May 2025, 15:59

Definitely not my cup of tea, because I was never all that interested in oriental history, even though I was immensely impressed with the Great Wall of China, I don't want to know behind the scenes of its construction. It is enough to know they are still capable of similar achievements considering ongoing green desert and solar energy projects.

azza lia · Post by **azza lia** » 07 May 2025, 17:25

Interesting. This book is a great recommendation for history enthusiasts. I don't know much about Chinese history. I'd love to read the story behind the construction of the Great Wall. Conceal the emperor's death? What a big deal. Thank you for your wonderful review.

Isaac Ozo-okafor · Post by **Isaac Ozo-okafor** » 07 May 2025, 17:44

This novel tells a story of absolute secrecy, treachery and deceit. The stories of these emperors are of historic importance, and this book does a good job at preserving such histories. I'm sure it would bring enlightenment to readers who are interested in Chinese history and culture.

Shirley Ann Riddern Labzentis · 07 May 2025, 18:18

Great review! This book sounds interesting and exciting, but complicated. This is not usually the kind of book that I read, so I will pass on this one. Thanks for the review!

Post by **Kajori Sheryl Paul** » 07 May 2025, 18:28

As a history buff, I would love to know more about Chinese history. This seems like my kind of book.

Thank you for the great review.

Post by **Surabhi Rani** » 07 May 2025, 18:36

'Official Review: The Wheel' by Raymond K. Li focuses on the major plotlines in historical fiction. Readers will learn about the remarkable points in the book. The story pulls readers into deceit, ambition, and treachery. The interwoven vignettes reveal political intrigue and human emotions. It was nice to learn that the book is a captivating blend of history and drama!

Rose Angela · Post by **Rose Angela** » 07 May 2025, 19:53

The Wheel by Raymond K. Li is a historical novel weaving over a hundred vignettes from the Qín to early Hàn Dynasties, exploring fate, war, love, and governance.

Post by **Moisés Alcántara Ayre** » 07 May 2025, 20:24

I love stories that blend history and drama; this one is set in China long ago; what does this read contain about several aspects of life? What can it teach me or remind me of about life?

jordynne Christensen · Post by **jordynne Christensen** » 07 May 2025, 20:32

This review is very detailed, which is a good thing. It is most certainly captivating! Hiding a rotten corpse??? And the fact that they witnessed the death makes me wonder if one of them brought it about! I sampled the book and your statement about the chapters opening with a list of characters so the reader doesn’t get confused is the first thing I noticed. It also tells you where it is set. I found that helpful in the little bit I did read. I am not familiar with much of Chinese history, so this seems to be an interesting presentation of the information. Anyway, great review! Definitely makes people want to read it!

Joy Uko · Post by **Joy Uko** » 07 May 2025, 20:40

This is a well detailed commentary on this book I must say, I strongly recommend this book to anyone who loves history.

Alieh Fortune · Post by **Alieh Fortune** » 07 May 2025, 21:10

I'm not really much of a fan of historical fiction but this "The Wheel" by Raymond K. Li seems like a good read after reading this review. Your review was very enticing and because of it I would sample the book and read. Thank you for your review!

Creole · Post by **Creole** » 07 May 2025, 21:39

"The Wheel" by Raymond K. Li is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction. It is educational and entertaining. Thanks for a great review. I appreciate that you enjoyed the book.

Bettny Andrade · Post by **Bettny Andrade** » 07 May 2025, 22:46

This novel is based on a critical period in ancient China where ambition and lies were the order of the day. With an interesting narrative, we enter that ancient era thanks to the impeccable description of the settings and we see how this story develops. An excellent reading option, good work. #BOTD