by Jay Kristoff
First published 2014
Civil war sweeps across the Shima Imperium as the Lotus Guild unleashes a towering mechanical goliath, designed to crush the shattered empire under its heel. Yukiko and her legendary thunder tiger, Buruu, are forced to lead the rebellion, rallying new allies and old friends. But Buruu's haunted past stands in their way, and a shocking betrayal has destroyed trust among their forces. As the earth splits and armies clash for dominion over lifeless ash, the people of Shima will uncover a final, horrifying truth. This vivid, action-packed finale to the Lotus War saga will leave readers breathless.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, fantasy, action
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: betrayal, found-family
Setting: Japan, Shima Imperium
Period: Civil War
412 pages · Hardcover · Thomas Dunne Books
Content warnings: violence