Bücher von Elizabeth Lim

A beautiful and immersive YA fantasy retelling of the Grimm brothers' The Six Swans fairytale, set in an East-Asian inspired world, by the author of Spin the Dawn.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the critically acclaimed author of SIX CRIMSON CRANES comes a fantasy tale of two sisters—one as beautiful as the other is monstrous—who must fight to save each other when a betrothal contest gone wrong unleashes an evil that could sever their bond forever!One sister must fall for the other to rise.Channi was not born a monster. But when her own father offers her in sacrifice to the Demon Witch, she is forever changed. Cursed with a serpent’s face, Channi is the exact opposite of her beautiful sister, Vanna—the only person in the village who looks at Channi and doesn’t see a monster. The only person she loves and trusts.Now at seventeen, Vanna is to be married off in a vulgar contest that will enrich the coffers of the village leaders. Only Channi, who’s had to rely on her strength and cunning all these years, can defend her sister against the cruelest of the suitors. But in doing so, she becomes the target of his wrath—launching a grisly battle royale, a quest over land and sea, a romance between sworn enemies, and a choice that will strain Channi’s heart to its breaking point.Weaving together elements of The Selection and Ember in the Ashes with classic tales like Beauty and the Beast, Helen of Troy, and Asian folklore, Elizabeth Lim is at the absolute top of her game in this thrilling yet heart-wrenching fantasy that explores the dark side of beauty and the deepest bonds of sisterhood.

The Dragon's Promise, a captivating novel by Elizabeth Lim, was published in 2022 by Hodder And Stoughton Ltd. This spellbinding tale intertwines elements of fantasy and adventure, making it a must-read for fans of the genre. The story unfolds with a promise made to a dragon, a pledge that could change everything. Elizabeth Lim's brilliant storytelling and vivid imagination bring this tale to life, making it a memorable journey for the readers. The Dragon's Promise is not just a book, but a world waiting to be explored. Don't miss out on this incredible adventure published by Hodder And Stoughton Ltd. in 2022.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the critically acclaimed author of Six Crimson Cranes comes the thrilling next adventure! A journey to the kingdom of dragons, a star-crossed love, and a cursed pearl with the power to mend the world or break it... Fans of Shadow and Bone will devour this soaring fantasy.Princess Shiori made a deathbed promise to return the dragon's pearl to its rightful owner, but keeping that promise is more dangerous than she ever imagined.She must journey to the kingdom of dragons, navigate political intrigue among humans and dragons alike, fend off thieves who covet the pearl for themselves and will go to any lengths to get it, all while cultivating the appearance of a perfect princess to dissuade those who would see her burned at the stake for the magic that runs in her blood.The pearl itself is no ordinary cargo; it thrums with malevolent power, jumping to Shiori's aid one minute, and betraying her the next—threatening to shatter her family and sever the thread of fate that binds her to her true love. It will take every ounce of strength Shiori can muster to defend the life and the love she's fought so hard to win.

One must fall for the other to rise.'Glows from start to finish . . . a marvel' CHLOE GONG'Elizabeth Lim's worlds and words are always magical' XIRAN JAY ZHAOSisterhood bonds and courage are tested in the new tale from the New York Times bestselling author of Six Crimson Cranes and The Dragon's Promise. Channi was not born a monster. But when her own father offers her in sacrifice to the Demon Witch, she is forever changed. Cursed with a serpent's face, Channi is the exact opposite of her beautiful sister, Vanna-the only person in the village who looks at Channi and doesn't see a monster. The only person she loves and trusts. Now seventeen, Vanna is to be married off in a vulgar contest that will enrich the coffers of the village leaders. Only Channi, who's had to rely on her strength and cunning all these years, can defend her sister against the cruelest of the suitors. But in doing so, she becomes the target of his wrath - launching a grisly battle royale, a quest over land and sea, a romance between sworn enemies, and a choice that will strain Channi's heart to its breaking point.Elizabeth Lim is at the absolute top of her game in this thrilling yet heart-wrenching tale of courage, loyalty and the deep bonds of sisterhood.PRAISE FOR ELIZABETH LIM'Every page of Elizabeth Lim's masterful writing shimmers with beauty and emotion' ALEXANDRA BRACKEN'Dazzling' STEPHANIE GARBER'Magic leaps from every page' AXIE OH'Amazing' TAMORA PIERCE'A gem' NATASHA NGAN'Lim is a master storyteller' KERRI MANISCALCO

Ein packendes Fantasy-Abenteuer über zwei unzertrennliche Schwestern - eine atmosphärische Mischung aus »Die Schöne und das Biest« und asiatischer Mythologie! Channi ist das genaue Gegenteil ihrer wunderschönen Schwester Vanna - sie wurde als Kind mit einem Schlangengesicht verflucht. Dennoch sind die beiden unzertrennlich. Als Vanna mit siebzehn in einem Verlobungswettbewerb versteigert werden soll, um die Kassen der Dorfvorsteher zu füllen, verteidigt Channi ihre Schwester gegen den grausamsten der Bräutigame und wird dabei zur Zielscheibe seines Zorns. Ein packendes Abenteuer beginnt, eine Queste über Land und Meer und eine Romanze zwischen eingeschworenen Feinden. Am Ende muss Channi eine schwere Entscheidung treffen. *** Episch und herzzerreißend zugleich: Die Geschichte von Shioris Stiefmutter erzählt von der dunklen Seite der Schönheit und ergründet die tiefe Verbindung zweier Schwestern. *** »Dieses Buch ist reine Magie!« Kristin Cashore, Spiegel- und NYT-Bestseller-Autorin über »Die sechs Kraniche« »MAGISCH, SPANNEND und WUNDERSCHÖN!« LizzyNet über »Die sechs Kraniche«

Bestselling author Elizabeth Lim's first four books are now available in a collectible boxed set, perfect for existing fans and first-time readers alike! Step into a world that blends Asian folklore with Western fairy tales in these four captivating fantasy novels, including the Blood of Stars duology and the Six Crimson Cranes duology.

Von der gefeierten NYT- und SPIEGEL-Bestseller-Autorin von »Die sechs Kraniche«!  Prinzessin Shiori hat ihrer Stiefmutter Raikama auf dem Sterbebett versprochen, die magische Drachenperle ihrem rechtmäßigen Besitzer zurückzubringen - aber das ist gefährlicher als gedacht. Sie muss ins Königreich der Drachen reisen, politische Intrigen unter Menschen und Drachen bekämpfen und die mächtige Perle gegen Diebe verteidigen, die sie für ihre Zwecke missbrauchen wollen. Und auch die Perle selbst scheint einen eigenen Willen zu haben; sie steckt voller böser Energie und bedroht damit alles, wofür Shiori kämpft - Familie und Freunde, ihr eigenes Leben und ihre wahre Liebe. Actionreich und voller unerwarteter Twists - ein Abenteuer in einer zauberhaften, magischen Welt! »Was für ein umwerfendes Werk! Wann immer ich dachte, ich weiß, worauf es hinausläuft, lag ich falsch. Ein fesselndes Leseerlebnis!« Tamora Pierce über den ersten Band »Die sechs Kraniche«

A princess in exile, a shapeshifting dragon, six enchanted cranes, and an unspeakable curse... Drawing from 'The Wild Swans' and East Asian folklore, this breathtakingly original fantasy from the author of Spin the Dawn is perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo or Tomi Adeyemi.