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Can Zephyr finally overcome her fate as written by the gods? Format: PaperbackISBN: 9781911231417Publish/Release date: November 24, 2022Publisher: Text PublishingNumber of pages: 368Width (mm): 150Height (mm): 235Depth (mm): The realm has fractured into three factions and three warlordesses hoping to claim the continent for themselves. Call us on: +442033020460 There is more than one enemy, however - and not all of them are human. Now she serves under the most honourable lordesss, the last one still loyal to the empress.
- Hardcover: 208 pages
- Publisher: Roaring Brook Press (October 25, 2022)
- Age Range: 12- 17 years
- ISBN-13: 978-1250258588
Reviews
Krispy
- I read an eARC of this book, but I loved it so I bought a personalised copy! There’s a lot of things that Zephyr can predict to have to account for, but one thing she doesn’t know how to prepare for is meeting the enemy strategist, Crow. The story is told from first person, which is brilliant for seeing more of how Zephyr’s mind actually works whilst ensuring that we’re treated to as many comments as possible about those around her! Joan He has written a book that most just won’t be able to put down, and though I refuse to give any spoilers, about halfway in you’ll probably be in shock for a few minutes and need to recover before you can read on because there are a couple of twists to this story, making it change direction from a wuxia to a xianxia as well and SUCH an awesome one at that.
Luchia Houghton
Okay so, first up… obviously the synopsis speaks for itself and Strike the Zither sounds awesome from it; however, it still doesn’t actually capture how great this story is. We’re introduced immediately to Zephyr, the main character who is simultaneously one of the most arrogant characters and one of the most endearing characters ever. Even though she sometimes has to think quick on her feet, she never really doubts her capabilities throughout the story and I think that’s part of why I enjoyed her character so much, I envy that kind of confidence!
Can’t wait until I dive into the book itself and read! As a strategist, it’s her job to basically come up with ideas like this and hope that they work out (which, Zephyr would probably say, they always do). There’s a little yearning between the two and a lot of mistrust, but it makes for a very entertaining match up whenever the two are in the same scenes.
Zephyr ends up in the enemy wardlordess’ (Miasma’s) camp, in an attempt to aid the warlordess she believes in, Xin Ren. Arrived just in time today. She’s very sure of herself, and we’re thrown straight into her being trapped in a situation that she has to save herself, and a bunch of common folk and soldiers. If you enjoy fantasy stories in general, buy this book!
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