Heavy is the Head

A tale of prophecies, power, and love. Books of Wonder is over the moon to be hosting the launch of New York Times bestselling author MOLLY X. CHANG's debut YA novel, The Nightblood Prince! Joining in-conversation will be SYDNEY J. SHIELDS, author of The Honey Witch.

On the night of her birth, Fei is born with the mark of the phoenix on her forehead, prophesized to one day rule the land as the Empress of All Empresses. Under direct orders from the Emperor, she is ripped away from her family a mere three days after her birth to be raised in the palace and marry the Crown Prince Siwang. The prophecy told as a blessing curses Fei to a life of loneliness.

Desperate for freedom, Fei resolves to hunt down a legendary tiger. If she presents it's pelt to the Emperor, he must grant her any wish that she desires. Her actions put her on a collision course with the beautiful, shadowy Prince Yexue of the rival kingdom – whose dangerous magic might be the key to everything she wants. Torn between two princes and plagued by nightmares of bloodshed, she finds that the stars might be more inescapable — and more irresistible — than she ever considered.

Stay tuned for our in-conversation partner and don't miss out on what will undoubtedly be a night to remember! Can't make it to the event? Order your inscribed copy here.

Want to pre-order online and pick up your books the day of the event? Select the "Event Pick-Up" option at checkout!

Monday, July 7th at 6pm at Our 17th St Store!