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Never, Ever After

Not all fairy tales end happily ever after in this Cinderella-inspired fantasy by the bestselling author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess—for fans of Renée Ahdieh, Tahereh Mafi, and Stephanie Garber.

Yining stopped believing in dreams the day her beloved uncle died. Driven to survive, she’s become a good thief and an even better liar. When she acquires an enchanted ring that could yield the key to a better life, it is stolen by her grasping step-aunt, and Yining must venture into the imperial heart of the Iron Mountains to seize it back.

Amid the grandeur of the palace, Yining catches the eye of the ruthless and ambitious Prince Zixin, who tempts her with a world she’s never imagined. But nothing is as it seems as she’s soon trapped in a tangle of power, treachery, and greed—her only ally a cunning advisor from a rival court who keeps dangerous secrets of his own. Desperate to secure her freedom, Yining embarks on a perilous quest where she must choose who to trust, unravel the mystery of her past, and fight for a future that both frightens and calls to her.

This sweeping fantasy romance, the first in an enthralling new series, is the young adult debut of the acclaimed author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess and Heart of the Sun Warrior.

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About the Author

Sue Lynn Tan is the award-winning author of the Celestial Kingdom series. Her books will be translated into seventeen languages and are USA Today and Sunday Times bestsellers. Find her online at suelynntan.com or on Instagram @SuelynnTan.

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From NOVL Nation

“Sue Lynn Tan’s books are dangerous in the best way: once I start, I can’t put them down. Never Ever After isn’t just a Cinderella retelling: it’s a fierce, gorgeously written reinvention steeped in Chinese folklore, brimming with magic, court politics and lyrical prose that practically begs you to live inside it.”

– Jennifer, @williams_readalong

“Complete with a thief, a prince, and a mysterious ring, this is the fantasy that you need if you love royal backstabbing and family obligations. Perfect for these new chilly days if you’re looking for something cozy but not fall-coded!”

– Briana, Briana’s Book Nook

“Sue Lynn Tan is one of those authors that will never let me down. She always crafts such whimsical and magical settings and you feel like you could be right there. This was such a beautifully written story that I could not put down from the moment I started it. The political intrigue was great and I was left constantly second guessing everything I thought was happening. ”

– Brooke, @bookishbrookish_

“Inspired by the Chinese fairytale Yeh-Shen, Tan’s prose transports you to a lush palace of secrets, lies, and ambitious royals. Yining balances on a knife’s edge trying to fight her way out while protecting her heart.”

–Michaela, @thatbibliobabe

“Once I started Never Ever After I couldn’t put the book down. I just had to know where the story would take us and what a ride it was. From a competition, to several betrayals, to rescuing a princess trapped in a tower by a witch, to an open ending that will make you wish you had the second book, this is a sweeping fantasy you won’t want to put down.”

–Vanessa, A Bookish Archive

“This book truly kept me on my toes, and I never knew what to expect next! Def pick this up if you enjoy love triangles, rivals to lovers, betrayals, fairytale retellings, and unique magic systems!”

–Leanne, @lennylovesbooks3

“This was a surprising action/adventure read with a lot of twists and turns. The plot moves quickly with danger/peril and intrigue around every corner.”

–Olivia, @onemused

“The writing is so whimsical and felt timeless… This story brought me back to my childhood, but with fresh eyes. “

–AJ, @maybebetweenpages