Twin siblings sneak into the emperor's palace to break a curse in this
Chinese folklore-inspired fantasy adventure set in the Ming Dynasty.
"[A] magical adventure, which shoots for the moon--and
succeeds."****--****Entertainment Weekly
Twins Mei and Yun can't wait for the Mid-Autumn Harvest Festival, even
though strange things keep happening in their village. A gloomy
atmosphere has settled over the land and their grandpa's usually
delicious mooncakes instead taste horrible and bitter, insulting the
prince who tastes them.
Determined to clear grandpa's name, Mei and Yun journey through the City
of Ashes, visit the mysterious Jade Rabbit, and encounter a powerful
poet, who makes them a pact: infiltrate the royal palace to expose a
past royal injustice, and the poet will remove the curse that has
ensnared their grandfather and village.
Seamlessly weaving together folklore, palace intrigue, and historical
detail, G. Z. Schmidt delivers an unforgettable adventure set in the
Ming Dynasty about sibling bonds and the importance of the past. The
beautifully illustrated cover by artist Feifei Ruan shows the twins
riding a floating cloud, whose softly curved edges shine with printed
gloss. Back matter includes further information on Chinese mythology,
philosophy, and more. An enchanting experience, The Dreamweavers is
perfect for young fantasy readers.
A New York Public Library Best Book of the Year
A CCBC Choice
