IN THIS FAIRYTALE, MONSTERS WEAR CROWNS . . .

Never Ever After is a powerful and fierce reimagining of Cinderella, a breathtaking new fantasy romance influenced by Chinese fairytales from the acclaimed Sunday Times bestselling author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess.

Life in the Iron Mountains is harsh and unforgiving. After the death of her beloved uncle, Yining has only survived as a skilled thief and an even better liar. But when she acquires an enchanted ring that holds the key to a brighter future, it is stolen by her step-aunt, and Yining must venture into the imperial heart of the kingdom to seize it back.

Amid the grandeur of the palace, Yining catches the eye of the ruthless and ambitious prince, who tempts her with a world she’s never imagined. But nothing is as it seems, and soon she is trapped in a tangle of power, treachery, and greed – her only ally a cunning advisor from a rival court who keeps dangerous secrets of his own.

To break free, Yining must embark on a perilous quest to fight for a future that both frightens and calls to her, and choose who to trust when allies can be as deadly as enemies.

TROPES
Love triangle
Chinese folklore
Cinderella retelling
Morally grey

EARLY REVIEWS FOR NEVER EVER AFTER
‘Beautifully written and fast-paced, with great characters!’ ?????
‘Glittering and gorgeously done’ ?????
‘The ending had me on the edge of my seat’ ?????
‘So beautifully and artistically written’ ?????
‘It was absolutely immaculate’ ?????

‘Lush, deeply romantic, and endlessly enchanting. Sue Lynn Tan is a master of both fable-like whimsy and epic, sweeping adventure’

-Ava Reid, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning

‘Treacherously beautiful and dazzlingly romantic. This book will steal your breath and your heart!’

-Stephanie Garber, Sunday Times bestselling author of Once Upon A Broken Heart

A deadly betrayal?

When Liyen ascends the throne of Tianxia she vows to end her kingdom’s obligation to the fickle immortals who once protected them.

A dangerous alliance?

She must learn their secrets to protect her people, but to do this she will have to forge a tenuous alliance with the one she should fear and mistrust the most: the ruthless God of War.

A fight for survival?

A treacherous attraction ignites. But dark forces are closing in and to save her people from an unspeakable fate, Liyen must risk everything?even her heart.

Return to the realm of gods and legends, magic and romance.

Praise for the world of the Celestial Kingdom duology:

‘Epic, romantic, and enthralling ? I love this book.’ Stephanie Garber, #1 bestselling author of the Caraval series

‘As gripping as it is exquisite’ Samantha Shannon, bestselling author of The Priory of the Orange Tree

Sue Lynn Tan’s highly acclaimed, bestselling Celestial Kingdom duology is expanded with this new compilation of stories from before, during, and after the events in Daughter of the Moon Goddess and Heart of the Sun Warrior, all from the perspectives of beloved characters.

Tales of the Celestial Kingdom collects nine spellbinding stories – two previously published, seven original, including the epilogue to the duology – set in the enchanting world of Sue Lynn Tan’s stunning debut. Filled with magic and mythology, friendship and love, these stories intertwine through the past, present, and future of the two novels, told from the perspectives of multiple characters, including Chang’e, Shuxiao, Liwei, and Wenzhi.

With beautiful illustrations from Kelly Chong throughout, these wondrous tales make the perfect complement to Sue Lynn Tan’s breathtaking series.

Embark upon new adventures of valour, danger, and love, in a world where the celestial and mortal realms entwine.