Heart of the Sun Warrior: A Novel
Written by Sue Lynn Tan
Narrated by Natalie Naudus
4.5/5
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About this audiobook
The stunning sequel to Daughter of the Moon Goddess delves deeper into beloved Chinese mythology, concluding the epic story of Xingyin—the daughter of Chang’e and the mortal archer, Houyi—as she battles a grave new threat to the realm, in this powerful tale of love, sacrifice, and hope.
After winning her mother’s freedom from the Celestial Emperor, Xingyin thrives in the enchanting tranquility of her home. But her fragile peace is threatened by the discovery of a strange magic on the moon and the unsettling changes in the Celestial Kingdom as the emperor tightens his grip on power. While Xingyin is determined to keep clear of the rising danger, the discovery of a shocking truth spurs her into a perilous confrontation.
Forced to flee her home once more, Xingyin and her companions venture to unexplored lands of the Immortal Realm, encountering legendary creatures and shrewd monarchs, beloved friends and bitter adversaries. With alliances shifting quicker than the tides, Xingyin has to overcome past grudges and enmities to forge a new path forward, seeking aid where she never imagined she would. As an unspeakable terror sweeps across the realm, Xingyin must uncover the truth of her heart and claw her way through devastation—to rise against this evil before it destroys everything she holds dear, and the worlds she has grown to love . . . even if doing so demands the greatest price of all.
Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.
Editor's Note
Heart-pounding adventure…
Tan concludes the Celestial Kingdom duology (following “Daughter of the Moon Goddess”) with another heart-pounding adventure rooted in Chinese mythology. Xingyin has finally reunited with her mother, but their companionable life on the moon is disrupted by an interloper with a dark plan. Xingyin must embark on a journey, encountering the Sun Goddess along the way, before a final epic showdown to win the Celestial Kingdom.
Sue Lynn Tan
Sue Lynn Tan writes fantasy inspired by the myths and legends she fell in love with as a child. Her books have been nominated for several awards, are USA Today and Sunday Times bestsellers, and will be translated into sixteen languages. Born in Malaysia, Sue Lynn studied in London and France, before moving to Hong Kong. Her love for stories began with a gift from her father, her first compilation of fairytales from around the world. When not writing or reading, she enjoys exploring the hills and forests around her home.
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Reviews for Heart of the Sun Warrior
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- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A very nice follow up, full of adventures and magic.
This time it explores more different relationships within families and also within ourselves.
Has great imagery with simple descriptions and beautiful prose.