Play the Cittern

414 AD. The time of the Xin dynasty's rule and eternal chaos. On the throne sits a puppet empress. The world has split into three kingdoms, and each ruler strives to seize the entire continent. Only the brave Zephyr can thwart the cunning plans. Orphaned at a young age, the girl became the master of her own fate. Now she is a brilliant strategist under the command of Xin Ren. Zephyr is dedicated to her mentor and believes she is the only one worthy of becoming empress and ascending to the throne. But one must not forget that anyone can betray or be betrayed. Zephyr is forced to infiltrate enemy lands to save Xin Ren's people from inevitable destruction. There she meets the mysterious Raven, a young man who becomes a worthy opponent. Can they unite against common enemies, for they may not only be mortal? Before you is a retelling of the Chinese tale "Three Kingdoms", based on chronicles and folk legends. The events speak of a time when China fragmented into three kingdoms, between which a struggle for power began. The real story of the Three Kingdoms and the fall of the Han dynasty forms the basis. Joan He added magic, gods, and magnificent descriptions of the world to the plot. A new book by New York Times bestselling author Joan He, "The Grace Year". For all fans of Asian magical fantasy! Chinese color, folklore, ancient prophecies, palace intrigues, magic, gods. What else does this story hold? The cittern is a musical instrument through which Zephyr can read the past and sense others' emotions. Joan He masterfully describes Ancient China, using evocative names, depicting rituals and prophecies. The writer has Chinese roots, and as such is well acquainted with her country's mythology, traditions, and color, which she artfully transferred to the pages of the book. Inside awaits you a detailed glossary. The illustration for the cover was created by Russian artist otraenna. "This is an ode to loyalty, fate, family. A thrilling novel full of unexpected twists that