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Yangsze Choo
The ghost bride
Synopsis
In 1893 Malaysia, Li Lan faces a grim future until a wealthy family proposes an unusual arrangement: she must become a ghost bride for their recently deceased son. This union promises security but at a terrifying cost, as Li Lan finds herself haunted by her spectral suitor and drawn to the family's living heir. She is pulled into the shadowy Chinese afterlife, a world of vengeful spirits and strange bureaucracy, where she must uncover dark family secrets before she is trapped forever.
Genres
Characters
Li LanProtagonist
Lim family's only sonAntagonist
Tian BaiSupporting
Er LangSupporting
Frequently asked questions
Is The Ghost Bride a standalone novel?
The Ghost Bride is a standalone story that fully resolves its plot within the book. While it introduces a rich world, you do not need to read any other books to understand or enjoy it.
Is there a TV series adaptation of The Ghost Bride?
The Ghost Bride was adapted into a Netflix original series. The show closely follows the book's storyline and characters, offering a visual interpretation of the afterlife and the protagonist's journey.
What inspired The Ghost Bride?
The author drew inspiration from Chinese folklore and the historical practice of ghost marriages, particularly those found in Malaysian Chinese culture. This cultural background deeply informs the novel's unique blend of historical fiction and supernatural elements.