In this sequel to Asian-inspired fantasy The Girl King, two sisters vie for one throne—but greater dangers lurk beneath their rivalry. Princess Lu, with her biggest rival dead and an army at her side, is poised to take her rightful place as the ruler of the Empire of the First Flame. Except one big obstacle still stands in her way: her beloved younger sister, Min. Princess Min has only just discovered her powerful magic abilities, and she wants to use them to forge a path out of Lu's shadow. But her magic isn’t entirely under control, and she must learn to tame it before it consumes her . . . and the Empire itself. Lu and Min are set for an unstoppable confrontation. But there are bigger threats than their unexpected rivalry—even if they choose to stand together, it could cost one of them their lives. Full of political intrigue and ancient magic, this girl-forward series is perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir and Tomi Adeyemi.




