Harbour of Hungry Ghosts

Eliza Chan has outdone herself! Filled with action, humour, and sassy women, HARBOUR OF HUNGRY GHOSTS is a glorious tribute to Eastern and Western mythologies, and to Hong Kong’s richly vibrant history – Sunyi DeanA rip-roaring romp through 19th Century Hong Kong infested with monsters, and the belligerent hunter who must take them down. Harbour of Hungry Ghosts is hilarious, whip-smart and action-packed, with a dysfunctional but devoted family at its emotional core – Frances White, bestselling author of Voyage of the DamnedWith a vibrant world, non-stop demon-slaying action, and a stubborn mess of a main character you can’t help but root for, Harbour of Hungry Ghosts explores colonialism and the weight of familial expectations, set against the backdrop of a Hong Kong where Chinese folklore clashes with the intruding British. Propulsive, fun, and complex: this is the monster-hunting fantasy I’ve been craving – Genoveva Dimova, author of Foul DaysIf you’re looking for kickass adventure, snarky humour, vivid settings, important history, and flawed but charismatic characters that grow throughout the story, don’t miss this gem! – Emma Sterner-Radley, author of SnowbloodedA cinematic tour de force from Eliza Chan about a family of demon hunters set in Opium War era Hong Kong, Chan imbues her signature high stakes action with cutting social insights on colonialism, othering, and generational shame. Be prepared for tears; Chan excels at tugging those heart strings to breaking point then cushioning broken hearts with bittersweet tenderness – A.Y. Chao

Eliza Chan is a Scottish-born Chinese-diaspora author who writes about East Asian mythology, British folklore and reclaiming the dragon lady, but preferably all three at once. Eliza’s Sunday Times bestselling debut novel Fathomfolk was published by Orbit in February 2024. Her short fiction has been published in The Dark, Podcastle, Fantasy Magazine and The Best of British Fantasy, and her non-fiction has appeared on Tor.com. She lives in the North of England with her partner and young child.

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