A sweeping tale set in an uncharted dark fantasy world. It encompasses the realities of war and a romance that fights for survival. * People *SenLinYu has created a vivid new universe. Alchemised made me remember what makes reading good fantasy so enjoyable. * The Atlantic *A book that digs its teeth in like a starving wolf. It unsettles, it gnaws, and yet by the final page, I wanted to thank it for what it put me through… . In a genre often dominated by safe formulas, SenLinYu’s debut is a reminder that speculative fiction still has teeth and knows how to bite. * Grimdark Magazine *SenLinYu’s debut is a doorstopper of a fantasy… . The superb worldbuilding and intricate plotline make this a must-read. * Kirkus Reviews *In this high fantasy with very dark themes, SenLinYu weaves a tale of political intrigue with centuries of depth and nuance. Many readers will be … drawn into the complex morality of two broken people finding love during a war. * Booklist *

SenLinYu

SenLinYu is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Alchemised. They grew up in the Pacific Northwest and studied classical liberal arts and culture. They started writing in the Notes app of their phone during their baby’s nap time. Their work has now been published internationally in 20 languages. They live in Portland with their family.

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