Searching for the Magic Mirror

Name: Searching for the Magic Mirror
ISBN: 9789815122886

柯昌礼Universal Publishing House · United KingdomJun 2024

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Word count: 131K words
Chapters: 63
ISBN: 9789815122886

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Summary

During the Daye era of the Sui Dynasty, a thousand-year-old civet cat on Mount Hua cultivates itself into a young girl named Yingwu. Fleeing the mountain god's pursuit, she encounters the swordsman Li Wuao. Later, Li Wuao leaves without a word, and Yingwu goes to Xuande Fang to seek refuge with his friend Cheng Xiong. Cheng Xiong's father, Cheng Hong, learns that his friend Wang Du has obtained a magic mirror and invites Wang Du to the Cheng residence to appraise the treasure. Wang Du had once given the magic mirror to his younger brother Wang Wugong for protection; upon the invitation, the two brothers come together to the Cheng residence, where Wang Wugong meets Yingwu and falls in love with her at first sight. Meanwhile, the mountain god pursuing Yingwu transforms into a Taoist priest named Xue Xia and, under the pretext of presenting a treasure to the host, also arrives at the Cheng residence. Xue Xia's powers are weak, and he cannot subdue Yingwu; seeing that Wang Wugong possesses the magic mirror, he intends to borrow the mirror to kill her. Thus unfolds a great drama of entanglement and struggle among humans, gods, demons, and monsters………

Editor's review

In Search of the Magic Mirror is a literary work crafted with care by its author, Ke Changli. More than a novel, it is like a mirror held up to the inner world. With delicate strokes, the book explores the protagonist's struggle and search between reality and fantasy, using the symbolic element of the "magic mirror" to metaphorically convey modern people's deep reflections on self-identity and the meaning of life. The plot is gripping, blending suspense, fantasy, and psychological elements, so that readers not only enjoy the story itself but are also prompted to reflect on the nature of life.

In terms of content, the book is tightly structured, smoothly written, and features fully realized characters. The author skillfully weaves philosophical reflection into the narrative, giving the work both literary value and intellectual depth. As an emerging writer, Ke Changli has a distinctive style and excels at conveying complex emotions and ideas through imagery and metaphor, which is fully demonstrated in In Search of the Magic Mirror. Although the book may not yet have received widespread ratings on mainstream platforms such as Douban, the uniqueness and artistry of its content are enough to attract a particular readership.

As an editor, I believe this book suits readers who like to explore their inner world through reading and seek spiritual resonance. It is not merely a diversion but a journey of the soul, worth savoring. If you are weary of shallow entertainment and long to find deeper inspiration in words, In Search of the Magic Mirror may be your ideal choice.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Literary lovers who enjoy exploring psychological and philosophical themes
Readers seeking self-reflection and growth through reading
Readers interested in stories that blend suspense and fantasy
Readers who appreciate delicate prose and symbolic writing

Not a good fit for

Readers who prefer fast-paced, action-packed plots
Readers seeking light entertainment and avoiding deep reflection

Reading tips

Read in a quiet environment to better immerse yourself in the story's atmosphere
Take notes as you read, recording your personal understanding of the 'magic mirror' symbol
After reading, discuss with friends and share your interpretations and feelings about the themes

About the publisher

Universal Publishing House United Kingdom

Universal Publishing House is a comprehensive publishing institution headquartered in the United Kingdom. It focuses on publishing Chinese-language books, primarily for overseas Chinese authors, and its range covers literary genres such as wuxia novels, mystery and suspense, and social fiction, as well as law, art, and essays. Its catalogue currently contains about 220 titles, with representative works including Ximen Ding's complete Yidao Yunyan and the Shanmao Wangsen series, along with Burden of Proof in Medical Damage Liability Disputes in the Civil Code Era and Aesthetics, Calligraphy, and Miscellaneous Notes. Other representative authors include Tuo Mingsheng, Cao Lihua, Qian Baohuai, Zi Fei, Chen Yading, Ou Zhaoping, and Cang Er. Public information is limited; based on the books in the catalogue, its publishing direction leans toward genre fiction, humanities and social sciences, legal practice, and popular art books, and it offers authors one-stop publishing services including editing, typesetting, and distribution.

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FAQ

What are the main themes of this book?

The book mainly explores self-identity, the meaning of life, and the boundary between reality and fantasy, guiding readers to reflect on their inner world through the core symbol of the 'magic mirror'.

What is the background of the author, Ke Changli?

Ke Changli is an emerging writer who excels at integrating philosophical reflection into literary creation. His works are known for distinctive imagery and metaphorical style, with an emphasis on psychological depth and artistic expression.

Is this book suitable for young readers?

Yes, especially for young readers interested in topics such as growth and identity, though it requires some patience in reading and willingness to reflect.

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柯昌礼 Author

Ke Changli is an author about whom little public information is currently available. The only work recorded under this name is "Searching for the Magic Mirror," commonly categorized as otherworld-continent fiction. Judging from this genre, the work likely uses an alternate world as its setting and builds its narrative around the magic mirror as a central object, carrying flavors of fantasy adventure and puzzle-driven exploration. Because the author's biography, nationality, and writing history have not appeared in reliable records, readers cannot learn the full scope of his work or his future plans from existing information; they can only infer his interests from this single title. Choosing "searching" as the key word often suggests a journey-driven plot, in which the protagonist encounters new settings and obstacles in the otherworld and grows through the pursuit, while the magic mirror, as the crucial object, may serve simultaneously as a clue, a puzzle, and a vessel of power. Based on the available material, such a setup is fairly common within the otherworld-continent category, emphasizing the expansion of the world and the pacing of the plot. Whether the author continues in the same world or tries other genres remains to be clarified by further public information.