Beneath a Marble Sky
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
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Novel • Fiction
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Romance•
Indian LiteratureAgra, India • 17th Century
2006
Adult
18+ years
Beneath a Marble Sky by John Shors explores the life of Jahanara, the daughter of the emperor who built the Taj Mahal. Set in 17th-century India, the novel focuses on Jahanara's experiences with love, duty, and familial loyalty against the backdrop of this architectural wonder's creation.
Romantic
Emotional
Inspirational
Adventurous
Mysterious
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Beneath a Marble Sky by John Shors is praised for its vivid historical detail and rich depiction of 17th-century India, particularly the Taj Mahal's construction. Readers appreciate the emotive narrative and romantic elements. Criticism includes occasional predictability and historical liberties. Overall, it is a compelling read for historical fiction enthusiasts.
A reader who enjoys historical fiction with rich, evocative prose and a blend of romance and adventure would appreciate Beneath a Marble Sky by John Shors. Fans of The Red Tent by Anita Diamant or Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden will likely be drawn to its vivid storytelling and historical depth.
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344
Novel • Fiction
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Romance•
Indian LiteratureAgra, India • 17th Century
2006
Adult
18+ years
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