Sound the Gong: The Kingdom of Three Duology, Book Two (Kingdom of Three #2)

Praise for Strike the Zither, Book One in the Kingdom of Three duology
"A fierce reimagining of the Chinese classic… Full of twists and surprises that shock and delight, building up to the epic conclusion that left me gasping." – Judy I. Lin, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Book of Tea duology"

"A brilliant exploration of destiny and identity!" – Xiran Jay Zhao, New York Times-bestselling author of Iron Widow

"Rich with intrigue and epic in scale. Strike the Zither grows tall on the heroic classics it draws from, yet beats powerfully with a heart of its own." – Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the These Violet Delights Duet

"A riveting series opener." Kirkus, starred review

"Powerful, action-packed prose, quick pacing, anticipatory atmosphere, and immersive worldbuilding exemplify the origins of the source material while developing a distinct and evocative adventure." Publishers Weekly, starred review

"An intricate, expansive epic…this book is as ambitious as its scheming, ruthless cast–and just like its narrator, delivers above and beyond." – Margaret Owen, author of The Merciful Crow series and Little Thieves

"Filled with twists and turns… A meticulously plotted, supremely satisfying story that explores identity, legacy, and loyalty in unexpected ways." – Hannah Whitten, New York Times-bestselling author of For the Wolf

"A page-turner, full of unexpected twists, with an expansive, intricate world of sisterhood and subterfuge… A standout work from a remarkable author." – Olivie Blake, author of The Atlas Six

"Richly layered and highly creative… A truly magnificent book." – June Hur, bestselling author of The Red Palace

"In this tautly plotted, vividly reimagined tale of a beloved Chinese classic, He orchestrates an epic page-turner… STRIKE THE ZITHER will keep you guessing–and gasping for more." – June CL Tan, internationally bestselling author of Jade Fire Gold

"This soaring, masterful retelling becomes an epic all of its own… Readers will get lost in this rich, gorgeous, and dangerous world." Emily Suvada, author of This Mortal Coil

"A twisty, body-snatching, gender-flipped retelling of The Romance of the Three Kingdoms. Prepare to be transported." Rebecca Lim, award-winning author of Tiger Daughter