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Zachary Ying, a 12‑year‑old living in modern New York, has never had a chance to learn about his Chinese heritage. When the spirit of the First Emperor of China possesses his AR gaming headset instead of his body, Zach must step into a mission to seal a leaking portal to the Chinese underworld before Ghost Month opens it wide. With his mother’s soul captured by demons, he travels across China, battling historical and mythical figures while mastering the emperor’s water‑dragon powers. If he fails, the underworld’s spirits will flood the mortal realm, threatening to take his mother forever.
First publish date: 2022
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Xiran Jay Zhao
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