Astonishing at Every Turn. Scarlet Hearts. On Thin Ice

The life of Maltai Joshi at the imperial court becomes increasingly complex. The Forbidden City has long ceased to be foreign to her: the struggle of the princes for power has drawn the girl in so deeply that she now remembers less and less about her former self. Emperor Kangxi and his sons have become like family to her – it is beside them that she first learned what love is. However, the heart of the Son of Heaven is fickle, and even those whom he was favorable to just yesterday are not protected from his wrath. Accustomed to life in the palace, Joshi understands: there will only be more trials ahead. She knows the fates of the princes, and she sees how inexorably a tragic finale, familiar from history textbooks, approaches. Will Joshi be able to change the predetermined course of events and save those she loves?

• 1. The second part of a popular duology in the genre of historical fantasy. A romantic drama about a modern girl in the world of Ancient China, full of conspiracies, intrigues, and treachery, and of course – love.
• 2. Based on the cycle, one of the most popular South Korean dramas “Scarlet Hearts: Ryeo” and the Chinese drama of the same name “Astonishing at Every Turn” has been filmed.
• 3. Stylish and quality publication: a new beautiful cover design by artist Olga Lyalina, hardcover with gloss and gold foil, endpapers with a detailed character scheme, stylish layout, and offset paper.