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Six Crimson Cranes

Elizabeth Lim

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A princess in exile, a shapeshifting dragon, six enchanted cranes, and an unspeakable curse... Drawing from fairy tales and East Asian folklore, this original fantasy from the author of _Spin the Dawn_ is perfect for fans of _Shadow and Bone_.

> “A dazzling fairytale full of breathtaking storytelling.” —Stephanie Garber, New York Times bestselling author of _Caraval_.

**Shiori'anma**, the only princess of Kiata, has a secret. Forbidden magic runs through her veins. Normally she conceals it well, but on the morning of her betrothal ceremony, Shiori loses control. At first, her mistake seems like a stroke of luck, forestalling the wedding she never wanted. But it also catches the attention of Raikama, her stepmother.

A sorceress in her own right, Raikama banishes the young princess, turning her brothers into cranes. She warns Shiori that she must speak of it to no one: for with every word that escapes her lips, one of her brothers will die.

Penniless, voiceless, and alone, Shiori searches for her brothers and uncovers a dark conspiracy to seize the throne. Only Shiori can set the kingdom to rights, but to do so she must place her trust in a paper bird, a mercurial dragon, and the very boy she fought so hard not to marry. And she must embrace the magic she's been taught all her life to forswear—no matter what the cost.

Weaving together elements of _The Wild Swans_, _Cinderella_, the legend of Chang E, and the Tale of the Bamboo Cutter, Elizabeth Lim has crafted a fantasy like no other, and one that will stay with readers long after they've turned the last page.

> “A stunning remake of a fairytale. _Six Crimson Cranes_ is the perfect blend of whimsy and ferociousness, with twists and turns that will tug at your heartstrings.” —Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of _These Violent Delights_.

> “Fast-paced excitement is balanced with a satisfyingly intricate plot that weaves in elements from Western fairy tales and East Asian folklore.” —SLJ, starred review.

> “A richly imagined landscape . . . vibrant, fast-paced.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review.

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