by Fonda Lee
First published 2019
Jade, the most powerful resource in the Jade Empire, sparks a deadly feud between two powerful clans. Conflict erupts as the Kaul family fights to maintain control over the trade, while their rivals, the Ayt, seek to seize it by any means necessary. As the struggle intensifies, the Kauls must navigate a web of politics, betrayal, and violence to protect their way of life and the nation they love. In the end, the cost of preserving their legacy may be more than they're willing to pay.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, action, political-thriller
Vibes: dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
624 pages · Paperback
Content warnings: violence