

Her only reason for living is to get revenge on the traitorous Empress who sold out Nikan to their enemies. In the aftermath of the Third Poppy War, shaman and warrior Rin is on the run: haunted by the atrocity she committed to end the war, addicted to opium, and hiding from the murderous commands of her vengeful god, the fiery Phoenix. Synopsis: The searing follow-up to 2018’s most celebrated fantasy debut – THE POPPY WAR. Before the games close, Calla must decide what she’s playing for-her lover or her kingdom. But the three of them have very different goals, even as Calla and Anton’s partnership spirals into something all-consuming. His last chance at saving her is entering the games and winning.Ĭalla finds both an unexpected alliance with Anton and help from King Kasa’s adopted son, August, who wants to mend Talin’s ills. Thankfully, he’s one of the best jumpers in the kingdom, flitting from body to body at will.

His childhood love has lain in a coma since they were both ousted from the palace, and he’s deep in debt trying to keep her alive. Her reclusive uncle always greets the victor of the games, so if she wins, she gets her opportunity at last to kill him.Įnter Anton Makusa, an exiled aristocrat. Before King Kasa’s forces in San can catch her, she plans to finish the job and bring down the monarchy. Five years ago, a massacre killed her parents and left the palace of Er empty…and she was the one who did it. For those confident enough in their ability to jump between bodies, competitors across San-Er fight to the death to win unimaginable riches. Synopsis: Every year, thousands in the kingdom of Talin will flock to its capital twin cities, San-Er, where the palace hosts a set of games.
