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Jade City is a fantasy epic centered on the Kaul family of Kekon, a nation where jade fuels magic and power. With the war behind them, the Kauls now vie for control of the capital’s jade market and the protection of their districts. Tensions flare when a new drug allows anyone—including foreigners—to wield jade, sparking a violent clash with the rival Ayt family. The stakes are high, as the outcome will decide the fate of the Green Bones, from the oldest patriarch to the street‑level runners, and of Kekon itself. Themes of family duty, honor, and the ancient laws of jade and blood drive this action‑packed drama.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Fonda Lee
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