![]() ![]() The worldbuilding is rich and layered, mixing Chinese culture and mythology with martial arts and fantastical magic. She also meets enigmatic, 18-year-old Altan, the rightful heir, who is seeking the mythical Life Stealer in order to bring back peace and prosperity. As the Shi Empire goes into mourning for the deceased emperor and the threat of another war looms, Ahn discovers a dark side to her magic. Ahn is a Tiensai, those possessing strong spiritual powers who can use magic and are hunted mercilessly by cruel, fanatical Diyeh priests. She can’t remember much of her past, before she was found alone in town as a child of 6 and adopted by her Ama all she can do is focus on their survival by pilfering food-and keeping her secret hidden. Sixteen-year-old Ahn lives with her grandmother in a small village that’s disappearing into the ever expanding desert. ![]() ![]() Two teens discover their intertwined destinies as war returns to the land. ![]()
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