Sue Lynn Tan Books

In this captivating and romantic debut fantasy inspired by the legend of Chang'e, the Chinese moon goddess, a young woman's quest to free her mother leads her into danger and conflict with the realm's most powerful immortal. Xingyin, raised in solitude on the moon, is hidden from the Celestial Emperor, who exiled her mother for stealing the elixir of immortality. When her magic is discovered, she must flee, leaving her mother behind. Alone and frightened, she journeys to the Celestial Kingdom, a land filled with wonder and secrets. Disguised, she trains alongside the emperor's son, honing her skills in archery and magic while a passionate connection develops between them. To rescue her mother, Xingyin embarks on a perilous quest, facing legendary creatures and fierce adversaries. As treachery arises and forbidden magic threatens the kingdom, she must confront the ruthless Celestial Emperor. In a dangerous bargain, she risks everything she loves, teetering between chaos and her dreams. This enchanting tale weaves ancient Chinese mythology into a sweeping adventure of immortals and magic, where love, honor, betrayal, and hope intertwine.

A young woman’s quest to rescue her mother leads her into a perilous confrontation with the most powerful immortal in the realm. Raised on the moon, Xingyin discovers her mother was exiled by the Celestial Emperor for stealing the elixir of immortality. When her magic reveals her presence, she must flee, leaving her mother behind. Alone and frightened, she journeys to the Celestial Kingdom, a place filled with wonder and secrets. Disguised, she trains with the Emperor's son, mastering archery and magic, all while grappling with their growing attraction. Determined to save her mother, Xingyin faces legendary creatures and fierce enemies. As forbidden magic threatens the kingdom, she is torn between her love for those close to her and the risk of plunging the realm into chaos. This debut novel intricately weaves Chinese mythology into a sweeping tale of love, family, and adventure. Praised for its epic romance and captivating storytelling, it invites readers into a vibrant world of celestial realms and high fantasy, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.

A deadly betrayal…As the heir to the Tianxia throne, Liyen must renew her kingdom’s pledge to serve the immortals who once protected them. But when her grandfather steals to save her life, the immortal queen commands the powerful God of War to attack Liyen’s home in revenge.A dangerous alliance…Liyen ascends vowing to end her kingdom’s obligation to the immortals. To learn their secrets and to protect her people, she forges a tenuous alliance with the one she should fear and mistrust the most: the ruthless God of War.A fight for survival…A treacherous attraction ignites as they are drawn together. Yet darker forces are closing in and with her kingdom plunged into peril once more, Liyen must risk everything to save her people from an unspeakable fate, even if it means losing everything…even her heart.

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.

Return to the realm of gods and legends, magic and romance. Praise for the world of the Celestial Kingdom duology: 'Epic, romantic, and enthralling . . . I love this book.' Stephanie Garber, #1 bestselling author of the Caraval series 'As gripping as it is exquisite' Samantha Shannon, bestselling author of The Priory of the Orange Tree Sue Lynn Tan's highly acclaimed, bestselling Celestial Kingdom duology is expanded with this new compilation of stories from before, during, and after the events in Daughter of the Moon Goddess and Heart of the Sun Warrior, all from the perspectives of beloved characters. Tales of the Celestial Kingdom collects nine spellbinding stories - two previously published, seven original, including the epilogue to the duology - set in the enchanting world of Sue Lynn Tan's stunning debut. Filled with magic and mythology, friendship and love, these stories intertwine through the past, present, and future of the two novels, told from the perspectives of multiple characters, including Chang'e, Shuxiao, Liwei, and Wenzhi. With beautiful illustrations from Kelly Chong throughout, these wondrous tales make the perfect complement to Sue Lynn Tan's breathtaking series. Embark upon new adventures of valour, danger, and love, in a world where the celestial and mortal realms entwine.

Sehnsüchtig erwartetes Finale dieser fernöstlichen Romantasy von gefeierter NYT-Autorin! Nachdem Xingyin ihre Mutter, die Mondgöttin, befreit hat, kehren beide nach Hause zurück. Doch die Ruhe und der Frieden sind trügerisch, denn der Himmlische Kaiser verfolgt seinen Machtanspruch mit harter Hand, und schon bald muss Xingyin den Mond erneut verlassen. Zusammen mit ihren Gefährt*innen bricht sie auf in unbekannte Länder, wo sie sagenumwobenen Geschöpfen, kampfbereiten Königen, lieb gewonnenen Freunden und erbitterten Feinden begegnet. Xingyin hat keine Wahl, sie muss sich dem Bösen entgegenstellen, ehe es alles zerstört, was sie liebt, auch wenn der Preis dafür unerträglich scheint. ***Aufwendig veredelt mit Perlmuttschimmer und Goldakzenten*** »Ein wunderbares Buch! Sue Lynn Tans Dilogie erschafft aus der chinesischen Mythologie eine prachtvolle, romantische Fantasy!« (Elizabeth Lim, New York Times-Bestseller Autorin von Ein Kleid aus Seide und Sternen ) »So spannend, dass man essen, trinken, ja sogar atmen vergisst – ein gefährliches Buch!« Leser*innenstimme »Die Tochter der Mondgöttin«-Dilogie: Die Tochter der Mondgöttin (Band 1) Das Herz des Sonnenkriegers (Band 2)

Eine junge Frau mit einem Geheimnis und ein unsterblicher Prinz. Als seine Entdeckung ihrer wahren Identität bevorsteht, gibt es kein Zurück mehr. Xingyin, die Tochter der Mondgöttin, lebt mit ihrer Mutter auf dem Mond, unwissend darüber, dass sie dort vor dem Himmlischen Kaiser versteckt wird, der ihre Mutter einst verbannt hat. Als Xingyins magische Kräfte erwachen, muss sie ihre Mutter zurücklassen. Auf ihrer Flucht schwört sie, eines Tages ihre Mutter zu retten – koste es, was es wolle. Ihr Weg führt ins Himmlische Königreich, wo sie unter falscher Identität den attraktiven Kronprinzen Liwei trifft. Gemeinsam werden sie im Schwertkampf und in der Zauberkunst ausgebildet. Liwei weckt in ihr eine unerwartete Leidenschaft, die gleichzeitig einen riskanten Pfad eröffnet, der das gesamte Reich gefährden könnte. Eine epische High-Fantasy-Dilogie, inspiriert von der Legende der chinesischen Mondgöttin, von der New-York-Times-Bestseller-Autorin Sue Lynn Tan. „Von der ersten bis zur letzten Seite episch, romantisch und fesselnd. Ich liebe dieses Buch.“ – Stephanie Garber, New-York-Times-Bestseller-Autorin. „Eine großartige Geschichte, ich warte sehnsüchtig auf Band 2!“ – Leser*innenstimme. Ein packendes Debüt mit Slow Burn Romance, Mulan-Vibes und einer Dreiecksbeziehung, das bis zur letzten Seite fesselt. *** Aufwendig veredelt mit Perlmuttschimmer und Goldakzenten und mit CHARACTER CARD in der 1. Auflage ***