The acclaimed national and international bestseller ?Epic romantic and enthralling from start
to finish.??Stephanie Garber #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Caraval series ?An
all-consuming work of literary fantasy that is breathtaking both for its beauty and its
suspense."? BookPage starred review A captivating and romantic debut epic fantasy inspired by
the legend of the Chinese moon goddess Chang'e in which a young woman's quest to free her
mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm. Growing up on the moon
Xingyin is accustomed to solitude unaware that she is being hidden from the feared Celestial
Emperor who exiled her mother for stealing his elixir of immortality. But when Xingyin's magic
flares and her existence is discovered she is forced to flee her home leaving her mother
behind. Alone powerless and afraid she makes her way to the Celestial Kingdom a land of
wonder and secrets. Disguising her identity she seizes an opportunity to learn alongside the
emperor's son mastering archery and magic even as passion flames between her and the prince.
To save her mother Xingyin embarks on a perilous quest confronting legendary creatures and
vicious enemies. But when treachery looms and forbidden magic threatens the kingdom she must
challenge the ruthless Celestial Emperor for her dream?striking a dangerous bargain in which
she is torn between losing all she loves or plunging the realm into chaos. Daughter of the Moon
Goddess begins an enchanting duology which weaves ancient Chinese mythology into a sweeping
adventure of immortals and magic of loss and sacrifice?where love vies with honor dreams are
fraught with betrayal and hope emerges triumphant.
