Tales of the celestial kingdom

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Title:

Tales of the celestial kingdom

Added Title:

Chang'e: rise of the sunbirds.

Houyi: the ten suns.

Chang'e: goddess of the moon.

Liwei: the snow ginseng root.

Wenzhi: battle with the bone devil.

Shuxiao: return to the Jade Palace.

Liwei: a rival's spirit.

Wenzhi: sun moon teahouse.

Xingyin: home.

Author:

Tan, Sue Lynn, author.

Chong, Kelly, illustrator.

Series:

Celestial kingdom duology ;

Series Number:

2.5.

Summary:

Tales from 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. -- Amazon.

Edition:

First edition.

Contents:

Chang'e: rise of the sunbirds -- Houyi: the ten suns -- Chang'e: goddess of the moon -- Liwei: the snow ginseng root -- Wenzhi: battle with the bone devil -- Shuxiao: return to the Jade Palace -- Liwei: a rival's spirit -- Wenzhi: sun moon teahouse -- Xingyin: home.

Physical Description:

xv, 153 pages : illustrations, map ; 24 cm.

Genre:

Mythological fiction.

Fantasy fiction.

Short stories.

Subject Term:

Mythology, Chinese -- Fiction.

Magic -- Fiction.

Imaginary places -- Fiction.

Imaginary wars and battles -- Fiction.

Kings and rulers -- Fiction.

Man-woman relationships -- Fiction.

Gods -- Fiction.

Goddesses -- Fiction.

Author(s):

Chong, Kelly,

Publisher:

Harper Voyager, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers,

Publication Date:

2024

ISBN:

9780063326699

9780008640422

Publication Information:

New York, NY : Harper Voyager, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2024]

Call Number:

TAN

Holds: Copies:

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Item Barcode	Collection	Call Number	Status	Item Holds
33607003694687	New Adult Fiction	TAN Sue Lynn	Searching... Unknown	Searching... Unavailable

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Summary

Return to Sue Lynn Tan's highly acclaimed, bestselling Celestial Kingdom fantasy romance duology 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.

Each chapter is illuminated with black and white illustrations by acclaimed artist, Kelly Chong, and the cover features foil accents that make this a truly special collection.

Journey once more to the Immortal Realm, a world of gods, magic, and legendary creatures--and embark upon new adventures of valor, danger, and love.

Tales from 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.

Reviews (1)

Publisher's Weekly Review

Tan returns to the fanciful world of her bestselling Celestial Kingdom duology (after Heart of the Sun Warrior) with this vibrant collection of nine stories each highlighting behind-the-scenes perspectives from her main characters. The moon goddess Chang'e narrates two prequel tales--"Rise of the Sunbirds" and "Goddess of the Moon"--sharing glimpses of her time with her husband, Houyi, before she became immortal. For his part, Houyi, the great archer and commander of the emperor's army, reveals his unwavering loyalty to his duty in "The Ten Suns." In "The Snow Ginseng Root" and "A Rival's Spirit," Liwei begins to realize his feelings for series heroine Xingyin but comes to understand that giving her what she truly wants means helping his romantic rival. Soldier Wenzhi fights side-by-side with Xingyin in "Battle with the Bone Devil" before reuniting with her during peace time in "Sun Moon Teahouse." Finally, Xingyin herself gets a happily ever after in "Home" after watching her mortal beloved lose his memories. The tales are driven more by introspection than by plot, and though they offer few surprises, they represent a welcome chance to revisit favorite characters. This is a gift for series fans. Agent: Naomi Davis, BookEnds Literary. (Feb.)