The Last Dragon of the East

By Katrina Kwan,

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Book description

Inspired by Chinese myths of ancient dragon gods and threads of fate, Katrina Kwan's dazzling fantasy debut is a propulsive adventure perfect for fans of Sue Lynn Tan and Hannah Whitten.

At the spry young age of twenty-five, Sai has led a quiet life, keeping the family teahouse up and…

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1 author picked The Last Dragon of the East as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I have always been enamored by Chinese ‘soul mates’ folklore: the red threads of fate. Kwan deftly uses this mythology in this book to weave a deeply romantic and adventurous tale. Sai, our 25-year-old protagonist, is such a charmingly likable main character, and I found myself completely captivated by his quest to find the last dragon—and his one true love. 

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