Category - Fiction / Young Adult
Format - Paperback
Condition - Excellent
Listed - 7 days ago
Views - 5
Ships From - California
Est. Publication Date - Jul 2022
Seller Description
A princess in exile, a shapeshifting dragon, six enchanted cranes, and an unspeakable curse... Shiori'anma, the only princess of Kiata, has a secret. Forbidden magic runs through her veins. Normally she conceals it well, but on the morning of her betrothal ceremony, Shiori loses control. At first, her mistake seems like a stroke of luck, forestalling the wedding she never wanted. But it also catches the attention of Raikama, her stepmother. A sorceress in her own right, Raikama banishes the young princess, turning her brothers into cranes. She warns Shiori that she must speak of it to no one for with every word that escapes her lips, one of her brothers will die. Penniless, voiceless, and alone, Shiori searches for her brothers, and uncovers a dark conspiracy to seize the throne. Only Shiori can set the kingdom to rights, but to do so she must place her trust in a paper bird, a mercurial dragon, and the very boy she fought so hard not to marry. And she must embrace the magic she's been taught all her life to forswear--no matter what the cost. Weaving together elements of The Wild Swans, Cinderella, the legend of Chang E, and the Tale of the Bamboo Cutter.
Additional Information
Six Crimson Cranes
ISBN: 9780593300947
Publisher Description
"Map art Ã2021 by Virginia Allyn"--Copyright page.
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PangoBooks readers are generally captivated by this East Asian-inspired fantasy fairytale retelling. They praise the world-building, magical elements, and rich mythology, often comparing its imagery to Studio Ghibli films. The character development, especially of the protagonist Shiori, and the unexpected, tender romance subplot are frequently highlighted as strong points. Although some readers felt the pacing lagged in parts or that certain magical elements faded as the story progressed, the plot twists and emotional depth seem to have left a positive impression. The book's compelling narrative has many readers eagerly anticipating the sequel.