Tales of the Celestial Kingdom

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Bestselling author Sue Lynn Tans highly acclaimed Celestial Kingdom Duology gets expanded with this new compilation of stories from before, during, and after the events occurred in Daughter of the Moon Goddess and Heart of the Sun Warrior, all from the perspective of beloved characters.
This collection gathers material both seen and new, illustrated throughout, making this the perfect complement to this majestic series.

Reenter a world where the celestial and earthly realms merge, where immortal and mortal lines blur, and experience love, sacrifice, hope, and adventure.

Now together in one place, these fantastical stories are set in the enriched world of The Celestial Kingdom Duologyfilled with magic, adventure, and friendship. With stories that take place before and after the two novels, this collection includes the tales of Chang'e, the Moon Goddess, and Houyi, the Sun Warrior, from special editions, as well as a never-before-read epilogue to the duology, another story of Change and Houyi, and stories from both Liwei and Wenzhis perspective.

More, each story will be illustrated, illuminating the text and adding richness to Sue Lynn Tans wonderful prose.

With romance and heartache, mistakes and amends, this collection takes the Celestial Kingdom duology to heights beyond the moon.

Reviews

Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish. 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. Tan magnificently conjures the romantic yet dangerous dazzle of this immortal world, but never loses track of the shining human heart of her tale. 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

"A stirring romantic fantasy set in a richly realised world inspired by Chinese mythology. I loved it!
Zen Cho, Bestselling author of Black Water Sister

Strikingly evocative, tense, and heartfelt, Daughter of the Moon Goddess floats you into the Celestial Kingdom, introduces you to monsters both literal and figurative, and leaves you dreaming of dragons.
Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter

An absolutely delightful and enchanting read! Daughter of the Moon Goddess takes a beloved Chinese legend and reimagines it into a gorgeously-spun romantic fantasy. I can't wait for the sequel!
Elizabeth Lim, New York Times bestselling author of Spin the Dawn

With all the beauty and heartbreak of a Chinese fantasy drama, Daughter of the Moon Goddess is an enchanting joy from start to finish.
Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne

Prepare to be swept off your feet by this absolutely magical tale.
Genevieve Gornichec, author of The Witchs Heart

" I dare you not to be entranced by this magical book."
Ava Reid, author of The Wolf and the Woodsman

Author Bio

Sue Lynn Tan writes fantasy inspired by the myths and legends she fell in love with as a child. Born in Malaysia, she studied in London and France, before settling in Hong Kong with her family. Her love for stories began with a gift from her father, a compilation of fairytales from around the world, and she spent much of her childhood lost in magical worlds. When not writing or reading, she can be found exploring the hills, lakes and temples around her home.