704 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780316436946
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Orbit
Publication date: 15 October 2019
Description
The lady-in-waiting to the princess of a conquered kingdom must navigate a treacherous imperial court, in this captivating beginning of an East Asia-inspired epic fantasy trilogy. Two queens, two concubines, six princes. A single hidden blade.The ...
Community Reviews Summary of 98 reviews
Moods
adventurous 62%
tense 56%
dark 43%
emotional 37%
challenging 18%
reflective 18%
relaxing 12%
sad 12%
Pace
medium 44%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 43% | Character: 37% | Plot: 18%Strong character development?
Yes: 80% | No: 13% | It's complicated: 6%Loveable characters?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 37%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 73% | N/A: 13% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Misogyny, GriefModerate
Murder
704 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780316436946
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Orbit
Publication date: 15 October 2019
Description
The lady-in-waiting to the princess of a conquered kingdom must navigate a treacherous imperial court, in this captivating beginning of an East Asia-inspired epic fantasy trilogy. Two queens, two concubines, six princes. A single hidden blade.The ...
Community Reviews Summary of 98 reviews
Moods
adventurous 62%
tense 56%
dark 43%
emotional 37%
challenging 18%
reflective 18%
relaxing 12%
sad 12%
Pace
medium 44%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 43% | Character: 37% | Plot: 18%Strong character development?
Yes: 80% | No: 13% | It's complicated: 6%Loveable characters?
Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 37%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 73% | N/A: 13% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 6%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 50% | Yes: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Misogyny, GriefModerate
Murder