The only female emperor in Chinese history, Wu Zetian, rose from imperial consort to ruler of the court. Through her intelligence and iron will, she fought her way through political struggles. Her contests with court officials and crackdowns on hostile factions are filled with thrilling twists and turns. As an empress in her own right, Wu Zetian had to contend not only with enemies within and beyond the court who coveted her throne, but also to secure the Tang empire amid turmoil. This sweeping historical epic brings together political intrigue, war, public sentiment, and governance, taking you into the magnificent age of a powerful empire.
