The Nightblood Prince

Xiran Jay Zhao, the acclaimed author of "Iron Widow," describes this story as "beautifully written and brimming with defiance." The tale unfolds around two princes and a prophecy that alters their fates, centering on a character named Fei. From the moment of her birth, it was foretold that Fei would ascend to become the Empress of All Empresses. Separated from her family at a young age and raised within the confines of the palace, Fei was groomed to marry the Crown Prince of the most powerful realm, leading to a life marked by isolation. When the chance to determine her own path arises, she embarks on a journey to hunt a mythical tiger, fully aware of the potential cost. Unexpectedly, she encounters Yexue, a captivating prince fleeing from an opposing kingdom. Gifted with mystical powers and commanding an army of formidable vampires, Yexue represents more than freedom for Fei. She must ignite a series of transformative events that could reshape her world. Caught between two princes and haunted by visions of violence, Fei realizes the prophecies might be both unavoidable and enticing. As war looms between two kingdoms, Fei, the prophesied empress, finds herself torn between love and the inevitability of conflict in this exhilarating young adult romantic fantasy by the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of "To Gaze Upon Wicked Gods."