The Rose of Tibet
"The Rose of Tibet," a novel by Lionel Davidson, is a thrilling adventure story set in the perilous and mysterious land of Tibet. Charles Houston, a London teacher, embarks on a dangerous journey into the forbidden region to find his missing brother, who was part of a film crew reportedly killed near Mount Everest. His search takes him to the Yamdring monastery, where he discovers a woman with a deadly secret, an enormous treasure, and the looming threat of the Chinese Red Army's invasion. The story is a blend of adventure, historical fiction, and Cold War intrigue, exploring themes of prophecy, religious disputes, and the clash between Tibetan and Chinese cultures.
