About This Book
June Hur, a bestselling author, delivers a compelling young adult novel about a teen girl's desperate quest to save her sister. The protagonist finds herself caught in a complex political conspiracy, forcing her to make difficult choices and confront dangerous adversaries. This book is ideal for readers aged 12-18 who enjoy historical fiction, mystery, and adventure with strong female characters and themes of family loyalty and justice. Parents should be aware of themes of peril and political intrigue, which are handled appropriately for the YA audience.
To save her sister, a teen girl becomes entangled in a political conspiracy with an enigmatic prince in this fiery new YA from the bestselling author of The Red Palace.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How does the protagonist's love for her sister drive her actions throughout the story?
2
What are some of the ethical dilemmas the characters face in the political conspiracy?
3
How does the 'enigmatic prince' challenge or aid the protagonist's mission?
4
What does this book say about loyalty, both to family and to one's country or principles?
5
If you were in the protagonist's shoes, what would be the hardest decision you'd have to make?
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NYT Bestseller
Young Adult Hardcover (1 week on list)
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