The Green God's Pavilion: A novel of the Philippines

"The Green God's Pavilion: A novel of the Philippines" by Mabel Wood Martin is an early 20th-century story following Julie, a young woman who travels to the Philippines seeking adventure and independence, but finds herself facing isolation and uncertainty. Eager to escape a restricted life, Julie starts teaching in Manila while navigating a culturally complex society, and struggles to reconcile her personal desires with colonial realities. Through relationships with welcoming families and mysterious figures, she confronts her identity and ambitions amid social expectations and rising tensions in her environment.