Hi everyone! Today I’m really excited to be taking part in the Book Tour of Dragon Lady, By Autumn Bardot which is being hosted by HFVBT Blog Tours 
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Dragon Lady
by Autumn Bardot
Publication Date: August 1, 2019
Flores Publishing
Genre: Historical Fiction
“Prostitution required the violation of my body. Piracy required my soul. The first enslaved me. The second set me free. ”
Against all odds, a prostitute becomes the most powerful pirate chieftain in the South China Seas. Sold into slavery by her parents, Xianggu works on a floating brothel for ten years before a midnight pirate raid changes her life. Determined to rise above her lowly status, the fearless young woman embarks on a journey requiring beauty, brains, and brawn.
Red Flag boss, Zheng Yi, is captivated by the spirited Xianggu and soon makes her his wife. This begins her adventure into the violent world of sea banditry. But Xianggu must do more than learn to wield a sword, sail a ship, and swim across a bay. She must become indispensable to Zheng Yi or risk losing everything, even her life.
In 18th century China, when men made and enforced the rules, the Dragon Lady lived by her own.
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This book was received from the Author, in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own
Autumn Bardot, Dragon Lady
At 13 years old Xianggu life is a dramatically changed when she is sold into slavery to a moneylender by her father, to cover his debts. In an era where young children were sold quite often to slavers by their parents. This sets her on a remarkable path. Xianggu, along with other young girls who are transported to the coast to be sold. Her fate is sealed when she is purchased by the very successful Madame Xu, who operates a floating brothel, a two story flower boat on the river.
Rising from a mere slave to learning everything she can to survive. Xianggu was not afraid of working as flower girl. She was afraid of staying one. Making the best of any situation Xianggu wanted more for herself than what has been dealt to her. In a strike of bad fortune she takes destiny in her own hands .She sets her life on a course that leads her out of enslavement.
“Prostitution required the violation of my body. Piracy required my soul. The first enslaved me. The second set me free.”
In Bardot’s rich imagery, you are catapulted 18th century China, as the legendary Xianggu Cantonese pirate comes to life. {Ching Shih also, now as Zhèng Yi Sao}Atmospheric, riveting and intensely entertaining! The Dragon Lady is faced paced and well researched historical fiction. The author intricately plots a character driven adventure that fights poignancy through the complex conflicts of fate.
Xianggu, proves herself as a shrewd business woman along with being a competent an dangerous pirate. A courageous, notorious woman feared and admired.She struggled within bonds that where placed on woman of her day.
The author blends historical fiction with intense fiery romantic scenes that make for a passionate storyline.
Thank you so, so much to HFVBT and Autumn Bardot for the the opportunity to be a part of this tour and to read such an enjoyable book!
About the Author
Autumn Bardot writes historical fiction and erotica about sassy women and daring passions!
Her erotic fiction includes Legends of Lust, Erotic Myths from around the World, published by Cleis Press. Confessions of a Sheba Queen (erotica) will be available Jan 2020.
The Impaler’s Wife is her debut historical fiction, released in April 2019.
Autumn has a BA in English literature and a MaEd in curriculum and instruction. She’s been teaching literary analysis for fourteen years
When Autumn’s not writing or working, you’ll find her hanging out with her ever-growing family, spoiled husband, and pampered rescue pooch. Her favorite things include salty French fries, coffee, swimming, and a great book.
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Blog Tour Schedule
Monday, September 2
Review at Gwendalyn’s Books
Review at Books In Their Natural Habitat
Wednesday, September 4
Feature at I’m All About Books
Friday, September 6
Review at Coffee and Ink
Saturday, September 7
Review & Excerpt at Robin Loves Reading
Tuesday, September 10
Excerpt at Maiden of the Pages
Thursday, September 12
Review & Excerpt at The Book Junkie Reads
Friday, September 13
Review at A Chick Who Reads
Review at WTF Are You Reading?
Monday, September 16
Review at 100 Pages a Day
Wednesday, September 18
Review at Locks, Hooks and Books
Friday, September 20
Feature at Historical Fiction with Spirit
Monday, September 23
Review at Beth’s Book Nook Blog
Wednesday, September 25
Excerpt at BeadyJans Books
Friday, September 27
Feature at CelticLady’s Reviews
Monday, September 30
Review at Passages to the Past
Thursday, October 3
Review at Al-Alhambra
Friday, October 4
Guest Post at Passages to the Past
Saturday, October 5
Feature at Broken Teepee
Monday, October 7
Guest Post at Myths, Legends, Books & Coffee Pots
Giveaway
During the Blog Tour, we are giving away a paperback copy of Dragon Lady! To enter, please use the Gleam form below.
Giveaway Rules
– Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm EST on October 7th. You must be 18 or older to enter.
– Giveaway is open to the US only.
– Only one entry per household.
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– The winner has 48 hours to claim prize or a new winner is chosen.
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You are awesome! Thanks for this great review & for being on the Dragon Lady blog tour!
Amy
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