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The Blood of Flowers garnethillA sensuous and richly imagined historical novel that centers on a skilled young carpet weaver, her arranged marriage, and her quest for self determination in 17th century Persia. In 17th century Iran, a 14 year old woman believes she will be married within the year. But when her beloved father dies, she and her mother find themselves alone and without a dowry. With nowhere else to go, they are forced to sell the brilliant turquoise rug the young woman

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