“An all-consuming work of literary fantasy that is breathtaking both for its beauty and its suspense.” —BookPage Starred Review
An enthralling debut fantasy inspired by the legend of Chang’e, the Chinese moon goddess, in which a young woman’s quest to free her mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm.
THE CELESTIAL KINGDOM DUOLOGY
-
ALA Alex Award (American Library Association)
-
Goodreads Choice Award Finalist
(Best Debut, Best Fantasy) -
Dublin Literary Award (Longlist)
-
Compton Crook Award Finalist
-
USA Today bestseller
-
Publisher’s Weekly bestseller
-
Sunday Times bestseller
-
Globe & Mail bestseller
-
Starred Trade Reviews: Publisher’s Weekly, Library Journal, Bookpage, Booklist
-
Barnes & Noble Best of 2022
-
Amazon Editor’s Best of 2022
-
Indigo Best SFF of 2022
-
BookRiot Best of 2022
-
Dymocks 101 Best of 2023
-
Indie Next Pick
-
Oprah Top 25 Fantasy of 2022
COMING SOON - FEB 6, 2024
The acclaimed, bestselling Celestial Kingdom duology is expanded with this new compilation of short stories from before, during, and after the events in Daughter of the Moon Goddess and Heart of the Sun Warrior, all from the perspectives of beloved characters and illustrated by Kelly Chong. Pre-order from Barnes & Noble with a special code or from Mysterious Galaxy to receive a set of beautiful overlays (limited numbers).
All Barnes & Nobles pre-orders for Tales of the Celestial Kingdom can use the code "CELESTIAL25" at checkout for a 25% discount.
.png)
UK Edition Artist: Jason Chuang (L)
​
US Edition Artist: Kelly Chong (R)
PRAISE FOR DAUGHTER OF THE MOON GODDESS
.png)
“Dazzlingly inventive, with a female character who models strength, wisdom, and bravery, this debut serves up a heady mix of romance, fantasy, and danger.”
—Amazon Book Review, Editors' Pick
“Sue Lynn Tan has written a breathtaking debut novel that will sweep readers away to the moon and back. I can’t remember the last time a book surprised and delighted me as much as this one. Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish. I love this book.”
—Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Caraval series
“Tan sweeps the reader away on an epic and romantic adventure, rendered in lovely prose and driven by a strong-willed protagonist, whose quest for justice is as gripping as it is exquisite.”
—Samantha Shannon, bestselling author of The Priory of the Orange Tree.
“This vivid, unputdownable debut effortlessly whisks us into the celestial realms of Chinese high fantasy. Tan magnificently conjures the romantic yet dangerous dazzle of this immortal world, but never loses track of the shining human heart of her tale. A captivating treat for lovers of Chinese fantasy dramas and newcomers alike.”
―Shelley Parker-Chan, author of She Who Became the Sun
“A lush, dreamy gem of a novel.”
―Shannon Chakraborty, bestselling author of The City of Brass
“A gripping adventure inspired by the legend of Chang'e, Daughter of the Moon Goddess explores how far one woman will go for the sake of family, loyalty, and love. Prepare to be swept off your feet by this absolutely magical tale.”
―Genevieve Gornichec, author of The Witch's Heart
“Strikingly evocative, tense, and heartfelt, Daughter of the Moon Goddess is a difficult book to put down. It floats you into the Celestial Kingdom, introduces you to monsters both literal and figurative, and leaves you dreaming of dragons.”
―Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter
“A sparkling debut, epic but intimate, about love and sacrifice and hope in the face of despair. At its center is a protagonist who is flawed but full of heart—I dare you not to be entranced by this magical book.”
—Ava Reid, author of The Wolf and the Woodsman
“With all the beauty and heartbreak of a Chinese fantasy drama, Daughter of the Moon Goddess is an enchanting joy from start to finish.”
—Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne
“A stirring romantic fantasy set in a richly realised world inspired by Chinese mythology. I loved it!”
―Zen Cho, bestselling author of Black Water Sister
“An absolutely delightful and enchanting read! Daughter of the Moon Goddess takes a beloved Chinese legend and reimagines it into a gorgeously-spun romantic fantasy. I can't wait for the sequel!”
―Elizabeth Lim, NYT bestselling author of Spin the Dawn and So This is Love
“Enchanting and immersive, Sue Lynn Tan's Daughter of the Moon Goddess is everything I want in a fantasy novel. From high-stakes action and adventure, to slow-burn romance, to found family and everything in between, the visually evocative prose pulls readers straight into the Celestial Kingdom (and beyond) and leaves you longing for more once the final page is turned. I can't believe this is a debut—this is definitely an author to watch!”
―Lynette Noni, #1 bestselling author of The Prison Healer series
“Tan’s remarkable debut and duology launch transports readers into a stunning world built from Chinese legend and replete with mythical creatures, magical artifacts, and mortal entanglements . . . The result is a riveting page-turner.”
—Publishers Weekly Starred Review
“An exquisitely detailed fantasy with a strong, vulnerable protagonist. The intimate prose makes Tan’s wonderful debut an immersive experience.”
—Library Journal Starred Review & Debut of the Month
“Filled with intricate world building, heartbreaking romance and mind-bending intrigue. Tan’s story is mythic in its scope yet personal in its execution . . . The result is an all-consuming work of literary fantasy that is breathtaking both for its beauty and its suspense..”
—BookPage Starred Review
PRAISE FOR HEART OF THE SUN WARRIOR
“Tan absolutely exceeded my already-high expectations with the conclusion to her story. Not only does she give ample time to resolve every plot thread, but left me breathless with her lush prose and enchanting storytelling. The Celestial Kingdom duology is a stunning debut, and I am excited to see what magic Sue Lynn Tan brings to her next project.” — Locus
​
“This epic fantasy series based on Chinese mythology is one of the year's best fantasies.” — Buzzfeed
“Fellow fans of Daughter of the Moon Goddess will want to jump on this conclusion to the action-packed duology. Come for more of the adventure, vivid exploration of Chinese mythology, and the love triangle from the first book. Stay for even more character development, new enemies, excellent pacing, and an overall satisfying conclusion.” — Book Riot
​
“With magic elixirs, jade bows and cloud transport, Sue Lynn Tan brings to life a new fantasy realm with tight plotting, vivid detail and bright shafts of celestial charm.” — Daily Mail
​
“Heart of the Sun Warrior – set my heart ablaze . . . The Celestial Kingdom duology is phenomenal. It has unique characters, intricate storytelling, strong worldbuilding, and a beautiful romance to boot. I am sad to close the book on Xingyin’s story, but I will look to the future and be ready to read anything Sue Lynn Tan writes.” — The Quill to Live
​
THE AUTHOR
