The Celestial Kingdom · #2 / 3

Heart of the Sun Warrior

Sue Lynn Tan

8.5 / 10
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The stunning sequel to Daughter of the Moon Goddess delves deeper into beloved Chinese mythology, concluding the epic story of Xingyin--the daughter of Chang'e and the mortal archer, Houyi--as she battles a grave new threat to the realm, in this powerful tale of love, sacrifice, and hope.

After winning her mother's freedom from the Celestial Emperor, Xingyin thrives in the enchanting tranquility of her home. But her fragile peace is threatened by the discovery of a strange magic on the moon and the unsettling changes in the Celestial Kingdom as the emperor tightens his grip on power. While Xingyin is determined to keep clear of the rising danger, the discovery of a shocking truth spurs her into a perilous confrontation.

Forced to flee her home once more, Xingyin and her companions venture to unexplored lands of the Immortal Realm, encountering legendary creatures and shrewd monarchs, beloved friends and bitter adversaries. With alliances shifting quicker than the tides, Xingyin has to overcome past grudges and enmities to forge a new path forward, seeking aid where she never imagined she would. As an unspeakable terror sweeps across the realm, Xingyin must uncover the truth of her heart and claw her way through devastation--to rise against this evil before it destroys everything she holds dear, and the worlds she has grown to love . . . even if doing so demands the greatest price of all. 

Published
November 15, 2022
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Sue Lynn Tan

Sue Lynn Tan is a rising star in the world of fantasy literature, known for her captivating blend of rich cultural mythology and lush, immersive storytelling. Born in Malaysia, Sue Lynn’s passion for stories was ignited at a young age, when her father gifted her a collection of fairytales from across the globe. This early exposure to diverse legends and tales planted the seeds for a writer whose imagination has since blossomed into worlds as magical as they are complex. Her debut duology, Daughter of the Moon Goddess and Heart of the Sun Warrior, stands as a powerful testament to her unique voice in fantasy. Drawing inspiration from the…