Parker-Chan, Shelley - He Who Drowned the World

He Who Drowned the World by Shelley Parker-Chan

Zhu Yuanzhang, the Radiant King, has conquered her enemies and united China. But her ruthless path to power has taken a toll on her soul. As rebellion brews and the weight of her decisions grows heavier, she must confront the ghosts of her past and decide the fate of her empire.

Riding high on her recent victory, Zhu Yuanzhang is now the Radiant King – brilliant, ambitious, and unstoppable in her quest for greatness. But she will soon discover the price of her ruthless decisions may be too high to bear. As rebellion grows and the empire she built starts to crumble, Zhu Yuanzhang must confront the ghosts of her past and make a choice that will determine the fate of her nation.

LGBT Themes: Nonbinary and queer representation, exploration of gender and sexuality within a historical fantasy context

Relevant Tags: historical fantasy, epic fantasy, Chinese history, political intrigue, female protagonist, ambition, power, redemption, LGBTQ+, queer representation, gender identity

Awards & Recognition: Shelley Parker-Chan is the author of the acclaimed novel She Who Became the Sun, which has won numerous awards.

Book Details:

• Genre: Historical Fantasy, Epic Fantasy
• Pages: 400
• Publisher: Pan
• Release Date: July 2024