by Nghi Vo
First published 2022
Tired of her mundane life, Ngoan seeks adventure beyond her riverside village. She finds it in the form of a mysterious river spirit who whisks her away to the treacherous Riverlands. Navigating this ethereal world, Ngoan must confront her own fears and the dangers that lurk within the shifting currents. As she traverses ancient ruins and confronts powerful entities, Ngoan discovers that the river spirit is more than a mere guide - it is a reflection of her own inner strength, steadfast in the face of the unknown.
Genres: mythology, adventure, fantasy, magical-realism
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
112 pages · Hardcover · Tordotcom