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He Who Drowned The World: A Novel (The Radiant Emperor Duology, 2)
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Usa Today Bestseller, #1 International Bestseller, And Indie Next Pickbest Of 2023 Pick For Autostraddle And Bookpage; A Recommended Reading List Pick For Locusthe Sequel And Series Conclusion To She Who Became The Sun, The Accomplished, Poetic Debut Of War And Destiny, Sweeping Across An Epic Alternate China. Mulan Meets The Song Of Achilles.How Much Would You Give To Win The World?Zhu Yuanzhang, The Radiant King, Is Riding High After Her Victory That Tore Southern China From Its Mongol Masters. Now She Burns With A New Desire: To Seize The Throne And Crown Herself Emperor.But Zhu Isnt The Only One With Imperial Ambitions. Her Neighbor In The South, The Courtesan Madam Zhang, Wants The Throne For Her Husbandand Shes Strong Enough To Wipe Zhu Off The Map. To Stay In The Game, Zhu Will Have To Gamble Everything On A Risky Alliance With An Old Enemy: The Talented But Unstable Eunuch General Ouyang, Who Has Already Sacrificed Everything For A Chance At Revenge On His Fathers Killer, The Great Khan.Unbeknownst To The Southerners, A New Contender Is Even Closer To The Throne. The Scorned Scholar Wang Baoxiang Has Maneuvered His Way Into The Capital, And His Lethal Court Games Threaten To Bring The Empire To Its Knees. For Baoxiang Also Desires Revenge: To Become The Most Degenerate Great Khan In Historyand In So Doing, Make A Mockery Of Every Value His Mongol Warrior Family Loved More Than Him.All The Contenders Are Determined To Do Whatever It Takes To Win. But When Desire Is The Size Of The World, The Price Could Be Too Much For Even The Most Ruthless Heart To Bear
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- Q: What is 'He Who Drowned the World' about? A: 'He Who Drowned the World' is the sequel to 'She Who Became the Sun' and concludes the Radiant Emperor Duology. It follows Zhu Yuanzhang, who aims to seize the throne of an alternate historical China while navigating power struggles with her rivals.
- Q: Who is the author of 'He Who Drowned the World'? A: The novel is written by Shelley Parker-Chan, known for her poetic storytelling and exploration of themes like war and destiny.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'He Who Drowned the World' is categorized as Historical Fiction, specifically set in a reimagined China during a time of imperial conflict.
- Q: How many pages does 'He Who Drowned the World' have? A: The book contains 496 pages, making it a substantial read for fans of epic narratives.
- Q: When was 'He Who Drowned the World' published? A: 'He Who Drowned the World' was published on August 22, 2023.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'He Who Drowned the World' is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is 'He Who Drowned the World' suitable for fans of fantasy novels? A: Yes, readers who enjoy fantasy elements intertwined with historical fiction, as seen in the epic scope of the story, will likely appreciate this book.
- Q: What are some themes explored in 'He Who Drowned the World'? A: The novel explores themes of ambition, revenge, power struggles, and the complexities of desire, set against a backdrop of war.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: 'He Who Drowned the World' is aimed at adult readers who enjoy rich, character-driven narratives and historical settings.
- Q: Can this book be read as a standalone? A: While it is the conclusion of a duology, readers may find value in the story as a standalone, though familiarity with the first book, 'She Who Became the Sun,' will enhance the experience.