A #1 New York Times Bestseller!
Judy I. Lin's sweeping debut A Magic Steeped in Poison, first in a
duology, is sure to enchant fans of Adrienne Young and Leigh Bardugo.
I used to look at my hands with pride. Now all I can think is, "These
are the hands that buried my mother."
For Ning, the only thing worse than losing her mother is knowing that
it's her own fault. She was the one who unknowingly brewed the poison
tea that killed her--the poison tea that now threatens to also take her
sister, Shu.
When Ning hears of a competition to find the kingdom's greatest
shennong-shi--masters of the ancient and magical art of tea-making--she
travels to the imperial city to compete. The winner will receive a favor
from the princess, which may be Ning's only chance to save her sister's
life.
But between the backstabbing competitors, bloody court politics, and a
mysterious (and handsome) boy with a shocking secret, Ning might
actually be the one in more danger.
**Praise for A Magic Steeped in Poison:
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A USA Today Bestseller
A Publishers Weekly Bestseller
An ABA Indie Bestseller
An ABA Indies Introduce Selection
An ABA Indies Next Pick
"Beautifully written, from the setting to the magic system, A Magic
Steeped in Poison is sure to enchant both fantasy lovers and cdrama
aficionados. I'll be inhaling whatever Judy I. Lin brews up next."
--Joan He, New York Times-bestselling author of The Ones We're Meant
to Find
"Ning's unforgettable voice and the lush, atmospheric settings will
enchant readers in this high-stakes story of deadly magic. ... Lin
blends Chinese folklore with a thrilling mystery. It's the perfect
recipe for a page-turner." --Booklist, starred review
