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I have always been fascinated by historical fiction. Historical novels tell stories that both entertain and educate. That’s why they hold a special place in my heart. Chinese historical fiction is no exception. However, most of them have not entered into the mainstream of
international literature. Unlike Tolstoy’s War and Peace or Alexandre Dumas’ The Three Musketeers, Chinese historical fiction is mostly reserved for a domestic readership. Some say the cultural chasm is too wide to bridge. Perhaps. Yet I want to give it another try. Of the many historical periods in China, I find the Three Kingdoms era to be most appealing. Having read the novel the Romance of the Three Kingdoms by Luo Guanzhong (1330-1400 AD) written more than 700 years ago, I find it to be the most interesting book I have ever come across. On the other hand, I can also understand why modern readers find themselves in unfamiliar
territory. For English readers, in particular, names and places are confusing. Ancient customs in an alien culture are assumed to be taken for granted without contextual background. It is with those thoughts in mind that I decided to employ my limited literary capability but an insatiable curiosity to rewrite the story of the Three Kingdoms Period, this time aimed at a global audience. I began writing book one of the planned trilogy after I turned 14. I am now in the middle of finishing book two which will be released in early 2023.
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Wars and Heroes: A Kingdom in Turmoil is a work of fiction in the historical and drama subgenres. It is best suited to the general adult reading audience and was penned by Robert T Wang. Leaning heavily on the hard side of historical fiction with tons of research and ancient history packed in, this is a serious look at the Eastern Han Dynasty of China covering roughly a century from 184 to 280 AD. As we travel through epic battles and complex political struggles, a series of rebels, soldiers, warlords, and civilians tell the tale of the Three Kingdoms and deliver an English language version of an epic Chinese tale.
Blending hard historical facts with imaginative storytelling, legend, and a cultural flavor is no mean feat, but Robert T Wang delivers on all fronts with a novel that will surely suit history readers of all types. I was fascinated by how much there was to learn, and although a novel of this type understandably takes a little while to get going, the pace builds up surprisingly quickly as the action takes over and the subplots intertwine with precision and depth. The work certainly focuses on the plot, culture, and context of war far more than any individual character. Big-picture readers will enjoy seeing the pieces of the puzzle fit together, as the author dedicates a lot of time to construct the overarching political and military storyline perfectly. I recommend Wars and Heroes to all historical fiction fans who want a strong plot-driven tale with plenty of research and depth.
