Sisterhood bonds and courage are tested in the new tale from the New York Times
bestselling author of Six Crimson Cranes and The Dragon's Promise. Channi was
not born a monster. But when her own father offers her in sacrifice to the Demon
Witch, she is forever changed. Cursed with a serpent's face, Channi is the exact
opposite of her beautiful sister, Vanna-the only person in the village who looks
at Channi and doesn't see a monster. The only person she loves and trusts. Now
seventeen, Vanna is to be married off in a vulgar contest that will enrich the
coffers of the village leaders. Only Channi, who's had to rely on her strength
and cunning all these years, can defend her sister against the cruelest of the
suitors. But in doing so, she becomes the target of his wrath - launching a
grisly battle royale, a quest over land and sea, a romance between sworn
enemies, and a choice that will strain Channi's heart to its breaking point.
Elizabeth Lim is at the absolute top of her game in this thrilling yet
heart-wrenching tale of courage, loyalty and the deep bonds of sisterhood.