{"title":"A. Y. Chao","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of A. Y. Chao, an author whose imaginative storytelling transports readers to realms where fantasy and reality intertwine. Known for crafting vivid narratives that captivate the senses, A. Y. Chao has quickly become a name to watch in the Sci-Fi \u0026amp; Fantasy genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her acclaimed works, \u003cem\u003eParis Celestial\u003c\/em\u003e is a standout piece that offers a unique tale set against the backdrop of an ethereal Paris, where mystical forces and celestial beings shape an unforgettable adventure. Meanwhile, \u003cem\u003eShanghai Immortal\u003c\/em\u003e explores the bustling streets of Shanghai, blending mythology with a contemporary twist to create a spellbinding narrative filled with rich cultural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA. Y. Chao's writing is characterised by its creative flair and immersive worlds, inviting readers to lose themselves in stories that challenge the boundaries of imagination. Explore her collection today, and discover the magic and wonder that have captivated audiences worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"paris-celestial-by-a-y-chao-9781399717472","title":"Paris Celestial","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll aboard the Immortal Express - Lady Jing is off to Paris where she will encounter romance, danger and vampires in the sequel to the \u003ci\u003eSunday Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling \u003ci\u003eShanghai Immortal\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow a Minister of Hell, Lady Jing is mind-numbingly bored. All she wants is plain talk and time with her beau Tony Lee, who has been distracted with mortal matters of late (impending war is \u003ci\u003esuch\u003c\/i\u003e a drag).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut then a visiting Celtic deity, turns up boneless and drained of yin qi. The only way to help him is to return him to his pantheon's healer, in residence in Paris. Ready for a new adventure, Jing immediately volunteers for the task.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccompanied by Tony Lee, the group settle into the Immortal Express for what should be a run-of-the mill journey until the train is hijacked by the Vampire Republic, who are seeking hostages in their bid to demand recognition by the international pantheons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJing fears the worst, but when she unwittingly reveals her heritage, the vampires embrace her as one of their own... if she abandons her friends. 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