The Rose and the Peony

This Sensitive Romance Inspired On A True Life Story Centers On Two People Who Differ In Age Ethnicity Religion And Economic Background But Share Common Interests. Despite Their Dissimilar Lives They Overcome Many Obstacles That Threaten Their Growing Relationship Such As Family Objections To Their Marriage And Frequent Disruptions To Their Plans. A Former Love Of Kathy And Paul'S Infatuation With A Student Test Their Growing Love For Each Other. As A Result The Theme Of Love And Marriage Permeates Throughout The Story. The Protagonists Kathy And Paul Gradually Mature Together But Disruptions In Their Lives Tighten Their Resolve To Succeed And Accomplish Their Cherished Objectives. Paul Eventually Becomes An Historian Publishing Extensively In His Field Of Chinese Diplomatic History. Kathy Fascinated By Political Science And International Relations Becomes A Successful Controversial Politician. Importantly Their Common Interest In Literature Leads Both To Develop A Mystical Desire For Paul To Write A Novel. After Frequent Delays And Interruptions Paul Does Write The Novel-It Is This Novel-A Story Within A Story!