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The special first edition hardcover will include a gorgeous shimmering jacket with effects brilliantly illustrated four-color endpapers striking and detailed-stained edges and a beautiful foil-stamped case. An instant New York Times and USA Today bestseller! An Indie Next pick! Infused with magic and romance this sweeping fantasy adventure inspired by the legend of Mulan follows a young woman determined to choose her own destiny--even if that means going against everyone she loves. The Three Kingdoms are at war but Meilin s father refuses to answer the imperial draft. Trapped by his opium addiction he plans to sell Meilin for her dowry. But when Meilin discovers her husband-to-be is another violent ill-tempered man she realizes that nothing will change for her unless she takes matters into her own hands. The very next day she disguises herself as a boy and enlists in her father s place. In the army Meilin s relentless hard work brings her recognition friendship--and a growing closeness