Richelle Mead is the author of the international #1
bestsellingVampire Academyseries and its bestselling spinoff
series,Bloodlines. A lifelong reader, Richelle has always had a
particular fascination with mythology and folklore. When she can
actually tear herself away from books (either reading or writing
them), she enjoys bad reality TV, traveling, trying interesting
cocktails, and shopping for dresses to wear on tour. She is a
self-professed coffee addict, works in her pajamas, and has a
passion for all things wacky and humorous. Originally from
Michigan, Richelle now lives in Seattle, Washington, where she is
hard at work on her next novel. Visitwww.RichelleMead.comto find
out more.
From the Hardcover edition.
"Like her heroine, Mead paints with a delicate brush, creating a
fablelike story that melds folktale, sacrifice, romance, and the
stark realization of humanity's capacity to exploit others for
profit."
--Publishers Weekly
"Mead’s original world building really shines here, as it did in
her Vampire Academy and Bloodlines series. Fans of characters like
Rose Hathaway and Sydney Sage will flock to thisimpressive
stand-alone novel."
--Booklist
"Reminiscent of Kristen Cashore's novels, this blend of mythology,
romance, and suspense will keep readers turning pages."
—School Library Connection
"A thrilling mix of taut storytelling, majestic Eastern magic and a
richly imagined world."
--Alison Goodman, New York Times Bestselling author
of Eon and Eona
"Wholly original--and as every bit as delicately carved as one of
Fei's beloved chrysanthemums--Soundless resonates with the
sort of love and life that only happens in the hands of a
master. That Richelle Mead has perfect pitch shouldn't
surprise anyone--yet this story will surprise everyone."
--Margaret Stohl, author of Icons and co-author of the
internationally bestselling Beautiful Creatures novels
"Mead combines adventure, suspense, and romance in this fast moving
cliff hanger mythological fantasy."
--Voice of Youth Advocates
“Mead weaves Chinese folklore, themes of family, courage, and
loyalty, plus her signature romance into her first stand-alone
fantasy novel.”
–Kirkus Reviews
"Fans of the author won’t want to miss this multicultural, folk
tale–based tale."
--School Library Journal
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