"This LoveReading Star Book is a captivating vibrant high fantasy influenced by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess."
Hand on heart this is truly beautiful, a delightful mix of ancient myth and modern storytelling creates a spellbinding tale. When Xingyin has to leave her mother and flee her home, she finds herself alone in the Celestial Kingdom attempting to master archery and magic. From the very first page I was held, captivated by the words and story. This is Sue Lynn Tan’s debut fantasy, the first in a duology, and she is most definitely an author I will be keeping an eye out for. She writes with a lyrical, otherworldly energy, yet I immediately felt comfortable and at home in this story. The characters feel touchable and relatable, they also hold a legendary magic through their very being which adds a fascinating vitality. The spirit, the magic, it feels grounded, but oh how it sparkles with intensity! The core of strength and power that runs through the pages, lies in the vulnerabilities that are as much a part of the characters as their life force. I was left feeling fully satisfied and rewarded by this debut, and yet excited and longing for the next. Daughter of the Moon Goddess glows with intoxicating energy and heartfelt emotion. It has been chosen as both a LoveReading Star Book, and Liz Pick of the Month, it’s just gorgeous!
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The bestselling debut fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess.A young woman's quest to free her mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm, setting her on a dangerous path where those she loves are not the only ones at risk...*THE INSTANT TOP 5 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*THERE ARE MANY LEGENDS ABOUT MY MOTHER...Raised far away on the moon, Xingyin was unaware she was being hidden from the Celestial Emperor - who exiled her mother for stealing the elixir of immortality. But when her magic flares and reveals her, Xingyin is forced to flee her home, leaving her mother behind.Alone, powerless, and afraid, Xingyin makes her way to the Celestial Kingdom, a land of wonder and secrets. In disguise, she trains alongside the Emperor's son, mastering archery and magic, despite the passion which flames between them.Vowing to rescue her mother, Xingyin embarks on a quest, confronting legendary creatures and vicious enemies. But when forbidden magic threatens the kingdom, Xingyin must challenge the ruthless Emperor, leaving her torn between losing all she loves or plunging the realm into chaos...Inspired by the legend of Chang'e the Moon Goddess, this captivating debut weaves Chinese mythology into a sweeping adventure of love and family, immortals and magic."A breathtaking debut novel that will sweep readers away. Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish. I love this book."Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Caraval series"This vivid, unputdownable debut effortlessly whisks us into the celestial realms of Chinese high fantasy. A captivating treat for lovers of Chinese fantasy dramas and newcomers alike."Shelley Parker-Chan, bestselling author of She Who Became the Sun"A lush, dreamy gem of a novel."Shannon Chakraborty, bestselling author of The City of Brass"Strikingly evocative, tense, and heartfelt, Daughter of the Moon Goddess leaves you dreaming of dragons."Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter.
Daughter of the Moon Goddess features in the following genres: Fantasy, Epic fantasy / heroic fantasy, Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales, Myths and Legends / Mythic fiction, Fiction, Debuts, Liz Robinson's Picks of the Month, Recommendations, Star Books, Sharing Diverse Voices, Romance / Relationship Stories, Audiobooks of the Month
Daughter of the Moon Goddess is available in Paperback, Hardback, Audiobook, Ebook
Daughter of the Moon Goddess was written by Sue Lynn Tan and published by Harper Voyager an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Daughter of the Moon Goddess has 512 pages
Yes it is part of The Celestial Kingdom Duology series
