--- product_id: 210930004 title: "Golden Poppies: A Novel" price: "Rp577045" currency: IDR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.id/products/210930004-golden-poppies-a-novel store_origin: ID region: Indonesia --- # Set in 1894 Cross-cultural narrative Historical depth Golden Poppies: A Novel **Price:** Rp577045 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Unlock the past, empower the future — a must-read saga of courage and connection! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Golden Poppies: A Novel - **How much does it cost?** Rp577045 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.id](https://www.desertcart.id/products/210930004-golden-poppies-a-novel) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Standalone Yet Connected:** Enjoy this novel independently or as part of a critically acclaimed trilogy. - • **A Rich Tapestry of History:** Dive into the Gilded Age with vivid, authentic storytelling that bridges race and region. - • **Unflinching Social Realism:** Confront themes of racial prejudice, women's rights, and social inequality head-on. - • **Critically Acclaimed & Loved:** Join 18,000+ readers who rate it 4.2 stars for its compelling narrative and emotional depth. - • **Empowering Multi-Generational Voices:** Experience the intertwined lives of two women fighting for justice and liberation. ## Overview Golden Poppies: A Novel by Laila Ibrahim is a powerful historical fiction set in 1894 America, exploring the complex bonds between two women from different races and regions. It tackles enduring themes of racial injustice, women's rights, and family legacy, continuing the story from Ibrahim’s bestselling series. With over 18,000 reviews and a strong cultural heritage ranking, this novel offers both emotional depth and historical insight for discerning readers. ## Description From the bestselling author of Yellow Crocus and Mustard Seed comes the empowering novel of two generations of American women connected by the past and fighting for a brighter future. It’s 1894. Jordan Wallace and Sadie Wagner appear to have little in common. Jordan, a middle-aged black teacher, lives in segregated Chicago. Two thousand miles away, Sadie, the white wife of an ambitious German businessman, lives in more tolerant Oakland, California. But years ago, their families intertwined on a plantation in Virginia. There, Jordan’s and Sadie’s mothers developed a bond stronger than blood, despite the fact that one was enslaved and the other was the privileged daughter of the plantation’s owner. With Jordan’s mother on her deathbed, Sadie leaves her disapproving husband to make the arduous train journey with her mother to Chicago. But the reunion between two families is soon fraught with personal and political challenges. As the harsh realities of racial divides and the injustices of the Gilded Age conspire to hold them back, the women find they need each other more than ever. Their courage, their loyalty, and the ties that bind their families will be tested. Amid the tumult of a quickly changing nation, their destiny depends on what they’re willing to risk for liberation. Review: Wonderful - I am so enjoying this series of books. They make one wonder at the cruelty of the human race although this has ever been so. Historically correct, this series is a work of fiction and extremely readable. Highly recommended. Review: Poppies for Remembrance - I read Laila Ibrahim's 'Yellow Crocus' several years ago and found it really enjoyable. When I spotted that one of this month's desertcart Prime First Reads was another of her books, I grabbed it without hesitation. When I realised it was a continuation of the 'Yellow Crocus' characters, I was even happier with my choice - although I have to admit I did read the whole thing without realising I'd missed the volume that goes between 'Yellow Crocus' and 'Golden Poppies'. The great thing is that I didn't need to have read 'Mustard Seed' (the middle book) or to have any detailed memory of 'Yellow Crocus' in order to enjoy this one. If you ask me "Can I read this without reading the others?" I'd say you can, but you might get a bit more context if you've read at least one of the previous books. In 'Yellow Crocus' Ibrahim took on the issues of slavery and the ownership and abuse of other human beings. Time has passed and 'Golden Poppies' is set in the late 1800s, at a time when slavery is no more, but prejudice is still rife. It focuses on the cross-racial relationships and friendships of the two families descended from Mattie the black slave-woman who was wet nurse to Lisbeth, the slave-owner's daughter. Younger generations come to the fore in this book and themes include the campaign for women's rights, and the campaign to prevent the lynching of black men. We're also introduced to wage inequality between the races, 'passing off', and domestic abuse between experienced by the characters. As a Brit reading about the campaign for Universal Sufferage in the USA, I'm at a disadvantage because the historical characters are not so familiar to me as they would be if the book were set in my home country. I may, therefore, miss some of the significance of the famous characters introduced, but that didn't stop my enjoyment. I really like Laila Ibrahim's style of writing and her willingness to take on controversial story-lines and put her characters through the wringer in sometimes extreme ways. I now REALLY need to go back and read Mustard Seed. ## Features - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 453,958 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 443 in Cultural Heritage Fiction 2,610 in Family Sagas 7,263 in Literary Fiction (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 18,866 Reviews | ## Images ![Golden Poppies: A Novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91h-WplbZaL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful *by G***E on 2 December 2024* I am so enjoying this series of books. They make one wonder at the cruelty of the human race although this has ever been so. Historically correct, this series is a work of fiction and extremely readable. Highly recommended. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Poppies for Remembrance *by B***G on 3 May 2020* I read Laila Ibrahim's 'Yellow Crocus' several years ago and found it really enjoyable. When I spotted that one of this month's Amazon Prime First Reads was another of her books, I grabbed it without hesitation. When I realised it was a continuation of the 'Yellow Crocus' characters, I was even happier with my choice - although I have to admit I did read the whole thing without realising I'd missed the volume that goes between 'Yellow Crocus' and 'Golden Poppies'. The great thing is that I didn't need to have read 'Mustard Seed' (the middle book) or to have any detailed memory of 'Yellow Crocus' in order to enjoy this one. If you ask me "Can I read this without reading the others?" I'd say you can, but you might get a bit more context if you've read at least one of the previous books. In 'Yellow Crocus' Ibrahim took on the issues of slavery and the ownership and abuse of other human beings. Time has passed and 'Golden Poppies' is set in the late 1800s, at a time when slavery is no more, but prejudice is still rife. It focuses on the cross-racial relationships and friendships of the two families descended from Mattie the black slave-woman who was wet nurse to Lisbeth, the slave-owner's daughter. Younger generations come to the fore in this book and themes include the campaign for women's rights, and the campaign to prevent the lynching of black men. We're also introduced to wage inequality between the races, 'passing off', and domestic abuse between experienced by the characters. As a Brit reading about the campaign for Universal Sufferage in the USA, I'm at a disadvantage because the historical characters are not so familiar to me as they would be if the book were set in my home country. I may, therefore, miss some of the significance of the famous characters introduced, but that didn't stop my enjoyment. I really like Laila Ibrahim's style of writing and her willingness to take on controversial story-lines and put her characters through the wringer in sometimes extreme ways. I now REALLY need to go back and read Mustard Seed. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoyable family saga with hard hitting facts some of which are still relevant today *by A***R on 20 June 2020* I very much enjoyed this book, it is different from my usual reading matter and that's why I enjoy First Reads. This book is a saga about two families which takes in women's suffrage, colour prejudice, slavery and the hardships of mid 1800 America and it is shocking that some of the platforms are still being fought for today. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.id/products/210930004-golden-poppies-a-novel](https://www.desertcart.id/products/210930004-golden-poppies-a-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Indonesia* *Store origin: ID* *Last updated: 2026-09-05*