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Jinghua's life unravels after becoming a slave in the Kipchak Khanate: her home, family, and freedom vanish. When foreign forces conquer the kingdom, she is thrust into an unlikely conspiracy to aid Prince Khalaf and his irascible father in a daring escape across the sprawling Mongol empire. The narrative follows her transformation from a captured servant to an essential ally in a perilous quest for survival and freedom.
Set against the backdrop of historical politics and the vast expanses of Mongolian rule, this novel blends adventure with themes of slavery, royalty, and resistance, offering a compelling tale of courage and unexpected alliances.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: History/Medieval History
Authors: Megan Bannen
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