Night Angels

PRAISE FOR WEINA DAI RANDEL Night Angels “Schindler’s List takes an Eastern twist in Night Angels, the incredible true story of the Chinese diplomat who saved thousands of Jews in WWII Vienna. Quiet, scholarly Ho Fengshan has just been made consul general in Vienna, preoccupied with his troubled American wife, Grace, and disquieted by the new anti-Semitic laws sweeping Austria. Grace’s friendship with Jewish musician Lola forces both Fengshan and his wife to the breaking point: How much can one sacrifice to save innocent lives? Weina Dai Randel pens an unforgettable tale of quiet heroism and blazing defiance in the face of evil.” —Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Diamond Eye “Weina Dai Randel once again takes readers into a chapter of history we know too little about. Night Angels is a fascinating look at the bravery and foresight of real-life Chinese diplomat Dr. Ho Fengshan, who was stationed in Vienna in the years just before World War II began, as Hitler was already beginning to deport Jews from Germany and Austria . . . An illuminating look at a little-known, inspiring piece of history we should never forget.” —Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Forest of Vanishing Stars “Weina Dai Randel’s Night Angels is a gorgeous WWII historical tale of daring diplomatic pursuits that had me turning the pages way past my bedtime. Based on the true heroic story of Dr. Ho Fengshan, Randel’s prose is rich and powerfully layered. By day, Fengshan is a warrior for his country and a fighter for humanity while secretly issuing thousands of visas to Jews to Shanghai to escape Nazi persecution. It is a sweeping novel filled with love, loss, high stakes, sacrifice, and redemption that will break your heart and fuel your soul.” —Lisa Barr, New York Times bestselling author of Woman on Fire The Last Rose of Shanghai “Fans of sweeping, dramatic WWII epics that are rich in historical detail, such as Lisa See’s Shanghai Girls or Paullina Simons’s The Bronze Horseman, will be enthralled.” —Booklist “Weina Dai Randel’s novel deserves a place of distinction among WWII fiction.” —Historical Novel Society “Weina Dai Randel skillfully shines a light on a little-known moment in history through the lens of two vividly drawn characters whose unique and unexpected relationship is one readers will never forget.” —Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author of The Woman with the Blue Star “Set in Japanese-occupied Shanghai, this is an unforgettable, page-turning tale of an impossible affair between lovers from two cultures.” —Janie Chang, bestselling author of Dragon Springs Road and The Library of Legends “Weina Dai Randel’s poignant, sweeping love story paints a vibrant portrait of a little-known slice of World War II history. Not to be missed!” —Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Rose Code and The Huntress “The Last Rose of Shanghai is a must-read for historical fiction lovers. Filled with page-turning suspense and a poignant and unforgettable love story, Weina Dai Randel wholly immerses the reader in this richly detailed and powerfully drawn story.” —Chanel Cleeton, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author “Set against a panorama so vivid you can almost hear the jazz in Aiyi Shao’s nightclub, Weina Dai Randel brings to life fascinating WWII history new to me and, I imagine, countless other readers.” —Sally Koslow, author of Another Side of Paradise “The Last Rose of Shanghai is a riveting story of love, heartbreak, and redemption. Weina Dai Randel is a skilled artist, giving the reader well-drawn characters of great depth, complexity, and heart. In the WWII genre, within the genre of historical fiction, The Last Rose of Shanghai stands out for its boldness and originality.” —Erika Robuck, bestselling author of The Invisible Woman The Moon in the Palace “This eloquent first novel follows the life of a young girl during China’s Tang dynasty (618–907). . . . This story of a woman who made her own destiny and has been often vilified is a must for historical fiction fans, especially those fascinated by China’s glorious past.” —Library Journal (starred review) “Like fragile yet strong silk threads, Randel’s beautifully composed debut ensnares readers in the dynamic story of the young girl who would become Empress of Bright Moon.” —RT Book Reviews (Top Pick, 4½ stars) “The intrigue and machinations of the imperial court come to life under her hand, a vast and dangerous engine with each piece moving for its own reasons.” —Shelf Awareness (starred review) “A very successful and transporting novel that beautifully captures the sounds, smells, and social mores of seventh-century China.” —Historical Novels Review (Editor’s Choice) “Mei gives life to this richly detailed novel. She is adventuresome, intelligent, hardworking, and a risk taker.” —The Dallas Morning News “The real triumph of The Moon in the Palace is how Randel succeeds in showing court politics exclusively through female eyes, and how every decision and subsequent action, success, and failure are skillfully plotted like a chess match by the palace women . . . Magical.” —Washington Independent Book Review of Books “An astonishing debut! Weina Dai Randel spins a silken web of lethal intrigue, transporting us into the fascinating, seductive world of ancient China, where one rebellious, astute girl embarks on a dangerous quest for power.” —C.W. Gortner, bestselling author of The Queen’s Vow The Empress of Bright Moon “The author’s talent for dramatic, well-timed dialogue and portrayal of women’s friendships and emotions—especially dislikes, jealousy, and fear—intensifies the reader’s understanding of palace intrigue. . . . A full immersion, compulsively readable tale that rivals both Anchee Min’s Empress Orchid, about the Dowager Empress Cixi, and the multilayered biographical novel Empress by Sa Shan, which also features Empress Wu.” —Booklist (starred review) “A must-read for fans of historical fiction set in ancient China, this novel offers a compelling look at a woman’s unprecedented rise to power.” —Library Journal (starred review) “Randel (The Moon in the Palace) offers a rich conclusion to her historical fiction duology about the woman who