{"product_id":"smoke-in-the-sun-9781473658028","title":"Smoke in the Sun","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe highly anticipated sequel to \u003ci\u003eFlame in the Mist - \u003c\/i\u003ean addictive, sumptuous finale that will leave readers breathless from the bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eThe Wrath and the Dawn \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e After Okami is captured in the Jukai forest, Mariko has no choice - to rescue him, she must return to Inako and face the dangers that have been waiting for her in the Heian Castle. She tricks her brother, Kenshin, and betrothed, Raiden, into thinking she was being held by the Black Clan against her will, playing the part of the dutiful bride-to-be to infiltrate the emperor''s ranks and uncover the truth behind the betrayal that almost left her dead. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With the wedding plans already underway, Mariko pretends to be consumed with her upcoming nuptials, all the while using her royal standing to peel back the layers of lies and deception surrounding the imperial court. But each secret she unfurls gives way to the next, ensnaring Mariko and Okami in a political scheme that threatens\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[An] \u003cb\u003eelaborate fantasy set in feudal Japan\u003c\/b\u003e . . . Ahdieh (\u003ci\u003eThe Wrath \u0026amp; the Dawn\u003c\/i\u003e) is immensely skilled at crafting vibrant settings inhabited by sympathetic characters with rich pasts . . . \u003cb\u003ereaders will enthusiastically anticipate the next installment\u003c\/b\u003e. * Publishers Weekly *\u003cbr\u003eAhdieh's first duology (begun with \u003ci\u003eThe Wrath and the Dawn\u003c\/i\u003e, 2015) propelled her to the top of the charts, and \u003cb\u003ethis new series starter brings that same blend of history, magic, and sensuality that drew readers in the first place.\u003c\/b\u003e * Booklist *\u003cbr\u003eThis story . . . \u003cb\u003ewill undoubtedly enthrall readers\u003c\/b\u003e. * Kirkus *\u003cbr\u003eRich in magical realism and cultural nuance of feudal Japan, \u003cb\u003eAhdieh's series starter begins with a girl-power bang\u003c\/b\u003e. . . . \u003cb\u003eA wonderful choice for YA shelves\u003c\/b\u003e, especially where lush fantasy is popular. * School Library Journal *\u003cbr\u003eWeaves Japanese and Korean narratives into \u003cb\u003ea fun feudal samurai drama\u003c\/b\u003e...\u003cb\u003e  an action-packed and well-paced young adult novel.\u003c\/b\u003e * Washington Post *\u003cbr\u003eFLAME IN THE MIST\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003ehas [Renée's] \u003cb\u003esignature lush and dangerous romantic adventure vibes\u003c\/b\u003e * Bustle *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompletely enrapturing\u003c\/b\u003e * Bookpage *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlchemy, samurai, and Renée Ahdieh. Need we say more\u003c\/b\u003e? * Culturess *\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hodder \u0026 Stoughton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48739530637655,"sku":"9781473658028","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781473658028.jpg?v=1720052506","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/smoke-in-the-sun-9781473658028","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}