Speaking Bones

The epic saga of the Dandelion Dynasty reaches its breathtaking climax in Ken Liu's 'Speaking Bones,' where two formidable empires face an all-consuming whirlwind. Princess Théra, hounded by enemies and betrayal, traverses an immense continent, venturing through hidden valleys, subterranean cities, and the icy expanses of the far north. Having breached the formidable Wall of Storms, her intent is to wage war on the Lyucu homelands, but the path to conquering the unconquerable proves fraught with insurmountable challenges. Meanwhile, Empress Jia, Prince Phyro, and Pékyu Tanvanaki navigate treacherous paths they never chose, entangled in a web of atrocity and subterfuge. They grapple with profound truths, discovering the stark difference between the 'Courage of Brutes' and the 'Grace of Kings,' and how easily grace can tip into the 'Madness of Tyrants.' As defeat's bitter tears mingle with profound new and ancient knowledge, these two empires, bound by blood, bone, and ancient custom, are hurtled towards a cataclysmic confrontation that will decide their ultimate fate.