The Commoner
Narrated by Janet Song
- Released
- October 13, 2008
- Length
- 6 hrs 27 mins
- Format
- Abridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Random House Audio
Set against the backdrop of Japan’s imperial court, the novel follows Haruko, a woman of good family who becomes the first non-aristocratic consort of the Crown Prince, facing cruelty and suspicion as she navigates her new life. Through her journey—from marriage and motherhood to eventual empress—she endures personal and political challenges that shape her story over three decades. Narrated in Haruko’s voice, the book explores themes of power, resilience, and complex relationships within a highly secretive monarchy. Written by John Burnham Schwartz, it offers a compelling and meticulously researched portrayal of an extraordinary life.
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