Description
The second in a pacy and lyrical fantasy adventure trilogy set in a world of flying ships, sky cities and rebel uprisings.
Kurara and her shipmates have escaped the grasp of the princess, whose wish to control and command them as her own human shikigami would be a fate worse than death. Travelling through the forests and across the seas of Mikoshima, they finally the Grand Stream, where their old airship - and old enemies - await.
Both parties seek the greatest shikigami of all: Suzaku, a paper phoenix. But will it be saved - or destroyed?
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"Featuring a vivid mythology, spectacular battles, and an endlessly surprising heroine, Rebel Skies is as intricate, beautiful and startling as one of the paper spirits Kurara brings to life." Jonathan Stroud
"A magical debut that reads like a Ghibli film, brimming with imagination, action and heart." Natasha Ngan
"An intricately constructed ode to papercraft and Japanese culture. I fell in love with this world of airships, cumulous whales and floating cities. Pure magic." Lauren James
About the Author
Ann Sei Lin is a writer, librarian, and book nerd with a love for all things fantasy. Though London is now her home, she spent several years in Chiba, Japan, living in a rickety apartment block next to a rail station where the rush of the midnight train would make the walls shake. When not writing, she is often studying, gaming, or trying to make that origami rabbit for the one hundredth time.
Reviews
5 stars! Some of the absolute best fantasy out there. It's origami magic with the most picturesque and yet terrifying settings. I'd give a lot of money to be able to do even 2 of the cool things Kurara can do. Ann Sei Lin has such a way with fantasy and worldbuilding that you're instantly transported to her exquisite world. * NetGalley Reviewer *
It steps into the void of books aimed at 12-15 year olds. It is full of an epic adventure through the world. * NetGalley Reviewer *
This is a beautifully imagined world. This writer is very talented. This book was interesting, exploring themes of morality, slavery and the responsibility of power. The Japanese culture is as vivid and intriguing as it was in the last book. The characters are interesting and the plot is twisty. [...] This author has so much offer and I look forward to reading the next book in this series. * NetGalley Reviewer *
The writing style is beautiful and very descriptive [...] I thought the ending was amazing and can't wait for more! This novel was very enjoyable to read and the characters were well-written, and I would definitely recommend this to a friend! * NetGalley Reviewer *
I was so glad to re-enter this fantasy world created by Ann Sei Lin. * NetGalley Reviewer *
Book Information
ISBN 9781406399608
Author Ann Sei Lin
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint Walker Books Ltd
Publisher Walker Books Ltd
Series Rebel Skies Trilogy
Weight(grams) 240g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 130mm * 27mm
