Silver Phoenix: Beyond the Kingdom of Xia

Description: With a sweeping quest and Chinese-inspired mythology, this debut fantasy introduces a heroine who sheds the constrictions of her sheltered life, discovers the well of power within herself, and vanquishes an age-old evil.

Brief description:

Cindy Pon is the author of Silver Phoenix, named one of the top ten fantasy novels for youth by Booklist. She lives with her husband and two children in San Diego, California.

Review Quotes:

"A sweeping saga . . . Pon's writing, both fluid and exhilarating, shines whether she's describing a dinner delicacy or what it feels like to stab an evil spirit in the gut." - Booklist (starred review)

"Brilliantly conceived . . . strong characters and lyrical writing make this story compelling for young adults." - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) (starred review)

"Beautifully written, lush, exotic, and romantic, with a gutsy heroine who defies convention to fulfill her destiny--Silver Phoenix has it all!" - Alyson Noel, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"I couldn't put it down. Your heart will be racing, and you'll be aching for more. An addictive gem." - Meg Cabot, New York Times bestselling author