Like many, I’ve grown up reading the works of White authors, these past few years, have diversified my reading by picking up the works of BIPOC authors. Jade Fire Gold was one of my most anticipated releases of 2021, because of the pitching (go read the synopsis and try can’t tell me it doesn’t sound epic, you can’t convince me), and more so because it was by an author who grew up in Singapore (the homeland, of yours truly). In an empire that has a rather unforgiving stance towards magic, Jade Fire Gold follows Altan, a rightful heir to the throne, on a path of vengeance whose path intersects with that of Ahn, one who is struggling financially, trying her best to provide for her ailing grandmother. If I were to describe Jade Fire Gold in a single word, it would be dramatic. Once again, the gods have shown no mercy in their humour. It began with a girl and a sword, and it will end with a girl and her sword. All quotes in the review are from the ARC and may differ upon publication. Thank you to Caffeine Tours and Netgalley for an ARC of JFG in exchange for a sincere review. Ahn sees a way to finally unlock her past and understand her arcane magical abilities.īut they may have to pay a far deadlier price than either could have imagined.įerocious action, shadowy intrigue, and a captivating romance collide in June CL Tan’s debut, a stunning homage to the Xianxia novel with a tender, beating heart, perfect for fans of The Bone Witch and We Hunt the Flame.
When they meet, Altan sees in Ahn a path to reclaiming the throne. Self-harm (gouging, eye horror non-graphic), child abuse (physical, verbal, emotional manipulation/gaslighting), parent death (implied, off-page), character deaths, mentions and descriptions of fantasy/magical violence (blood, war, political violence), mentions and descriptions of physical symptoms that might be triggering to those with emetophobia, alcohol consumptionĪhn is no one, with no past and no family.Īltan is a lost heir, his future stolen away as a child.
Published: 12 October 2021 | Read: 1 October 2021
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