Strike the Zither: The Kingdom of Three Duology, Book One [Paperback]

A dazzling new fantasy fromNew York Timesand Indie bestselling author Joan He, full of secrets and betrayal,Strike the Zitheris an inventive and sweeping fantasy perfect for fans of Rebecca Ross and Chloe Gong, rich in intrigue and epic in scale.
Orphaned at a young age, Zephyr took control of her fate by becoming the realms most powerful strategist, serving under a leader whose cause jeopardizes their survival in a war where one must betray or be betrayed.

When Zephyr is forced to infiltrate an enemy camp, she encounters the enigmatic Crow, the only strategist who has ever rivaled Zephyrs talent. But mastermind though Crow may be, he is no match for Zephyr. She will defy the heavens to win and no oneneither human nor godcan stop her.

Featuring gorgeous map art and black-and-white portraits, Strike the Zither is the first book in Joan He's riveting Kingdom of Three duology that explores human greed and ambition in a war-torn world. Don't miss the epic conclusion inSound the Gong!

Joan Hewas born and raised in Philadelphia but still, on occasion, loses her way. At a young age, she received classical instruction in oil painting before discovering that stories are her favorite kind of art. She studied psychology and Chinese history at the University of Pennsylvania and now writes from Chicago. She is the bestselling author ofThe Ones We're Meant to Find, andDescendant of the Crane, her young adult debut novel.Strike the zitheris the first book in her Kingdom of Three duology.
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