A debut that mixes a lush blend of Chinese mythology and magic with the warfare and court politics of Mulan, She Who Became the Sun and Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Xingyin's mother is the banished Goddess of the Moon forbidden to join the mortal world and she must keep Xingyin's existence a secret. Once Xingyin's magical powers make themselves known she flees going to the Celestial Kingdom and becoming a companion to the crown prince. Doing every activity the prince does has its advantages and soon her skills as an archer get her a coveted spot in the Emperor's army. Each battle they face dangerous mythical creatures and tougher foes. Knowing how to fight and survive is one thing but knowing who she can trust proves more difficult. The author presents a beautiful fantasy world complete with fantastic creatures and a full array of Chinese myths blended iwith a classic story of a rogue female warrior searching for identity and undoing the curse that broke her family apart. 4 stars
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