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A Magic Steeped In Poison

By Judy I. Lin
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A Magic Steeped in Poison by Judy I. Lin immerses you in a fantasy world where magic flows through tea-making, woven with mythology and intrigue. The story follows Ning, a skilled tea-maker, who enters a perilous competition to win a life-saving favour from the princess and heal her sister. This debut novel blends finely crafted magic, political machinations, and personal stakes into a spellbinding tale.
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You might enjoy this enchanting novel if you're captivated by a blend of magic and mystery intertwined with an immersive, richly detailed world. This story offers a mesmerising exploration of tea-brewing enchantments, high-stakes challenges, and a young heroine fighting to save her sister. Ideal for those who appreciate tales of courage, intricate magic systems, and emotional depth in a fantastical setting.

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A #1 New York Times Bestseller! Discover this sweeping debut steeped in Chinese mythology, the enchanting power of brewing tea, and a magical tournament to decide a country's fate, sure to thrill fans of Adrienne Young and Leigh Bardugo.

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Age range 13-18

In this enchanting debut YA fantasy, a young tea-maker travels to the capital city to take part in a cutthroat magical competition that could be the key to saving her sister's life.

For Ning, the only thing worse than losing her mother is knowing that it's her own fault. She was the one who unknowingly brewed the poison tea that killed her—the poison tea that now threatens to also take her sister, Shu.

When Ning hears of a competition to find the kingdom's greatest shennong-shi—masters of the ancient and magical art of tea-making—she travels to the imperial city to compete. The winner will receive a favour from the princess, which may be Ning's only chance to save her sister's life. But between the backstabbing competitors, bloody court politics, and a mysterious (and handsome) boy with a shocking secret, Ning might actually be the one in more danger.

Judy I. Lin's debut A Magic Steeped in Poison, first in a duology, is sure to enchant fans of Adrienne Young and Leigh Bardugo.

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ISBN: 9781803362182

Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Titan Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Judy I. Lin was born in Taiwan and immigrated to Canada with her family at a young age. She grew up with her nose in a book and loved to escape to imaginary worlds. She now works as an occupational therapist and still spends her nights dreaming up imaginary worlds of her own.

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