At first I was really taken with this story. Tea is always a nice topic and I always wanted to drink a little more tea while reading, but at some point it gets pretty boring. Yes, boring. There is no real drama here, no conspiracies, no real threats, no enemies, no obstacles. A cup of tea cures illnesses and probably also preserves world peace. We have here just a woman who finally has the chance to be someone, even if not in her own body. The simple life of a rich woman with the knowledge of her world and a cup of tea as a weapon. I like the emperor very much tho, when it comes to the chatacters in this series. He is a charming man, clever and I like his design. He is my man. But who I find interesting too is also his son. the prince struggled with various emotions and did not understand himself. Getting him out of the picture and force some distance was a good choice. He will grow up after the change of environment. Who I actually pity is the REAL duchess. She also wanted education and respect from young age, and we saw how she became without any support. So for her I wish most of all that she is happy and not alone in the new world.
At first I was really taken with this story. Tea is always a nice topic and I always wanted to drink a little more tea while reading, but at some point it gets pretty boring. Yes, boring. There is no real drama here, no conspiracies, no real threats, no enemies, no obstacles. A cup of tea cures illnesses and probably also preserves world peace. We have here just a woman who finally has the chance to be someone, even if not in her own body. The simple life of a rich woman with the knowledge of her world and a cup of tea as a weapon. I like the emperor very much tho, when it comes to the chatacters in this series. He is a charming man, clever and I like his design. He is my man. But who I find interesting too is also his son. the prince struggled with various emotions and did not understand himself. Getting him out of the picture and force some distance was a good choice. He will grow up after the change of environment. Who I actually pity is the REAL duchess. She also wanted education and respect from young age, and we saw how she became without any support. So for her I wish most of all that she is happy and not alone in the new world.