Feather and Flame

Written by Livia Blackburne

Book #2 in the The Queen's Council series

Mulan must navigate treachery and magic to save China as its new Empress.

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336 pages

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Mulan, now a hero, is thrust into the role of Empress, facing treachery and doubt in the Imperial City. As ministers plot against her and the Huns threaten, she discovers ancient magic that reveals her true destiny. With newfound strength and wisdom, Mulan must decide whom to trust and how to wield her power to protect her country. Can she rise above expectations and prove her worth, or will the throne's challenges be her undoing? In this reimagined tale, Mulan's journey blends fairy-tale lore with historical intrigue, testing her courage and leadership like never before.

From the publisher

Mulan must face a new kind of war . . . this time, as Empress of China. Disney’s The Queen’s Council series imagines each beloved Princess coming into power as ruler of her land, guided by a magical force that weaves their tales together. The war is over. Now a renowned hero, Mulan spends her days in her home village, training a militia of female warriors. The peace is a welcome one, and she knows it must be protected. When Shang arrives with an invitation to the Imperial City, Mulan’s relatively peaceful life is upended once more. The aging emperor decrees that Mulan will be his heir to the throne. Such unimagined power and responsibility terrifies her, but who can say no to the Emperor? As Mulan ascends into the halls of power, it becomes clear that not everyone is on her side. Her ministers undermine her, and the Huns sense a weakness in the throne. When hints of treachery appear even amongst those she considers friends, Mulan has no idea whom she can trust. But the discovery of a mysterious, ancient magic helps Mulan uncover her true destiny. With renewed strength and the wisdom of those that came before her, Mulan will own her power, save her country, and prove once again that, crown or helmet, she was always meant to lead. This fierce reimagining of the girl who became a warrior blends fairy-tale lore and real history with a Disney twist.Feather and Flame is a fierce reimagining of the girl who became a warrior, blending fairy-tale lore and real history with a Disney twist.Blackburne packs Mulan’s happily ever after with strong female friendships, a sweet romance, and high stakes. –School Library Journal

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