… Most notably, the inclusion of gay characters in a young adult fantasy, and the natural unfolding of their relationship, comes as a refreshing change.” - The Horn Book “A ‘Tam Lin’–inspired rendition of fairy society blends nicely with the author’s Chinese and I Ching–inspired human society, creating a delicate, unusual setting. Beyond romance, however, stunning action sequences abound, including one literal cliffhanger and a breathtaking confrontation with the villain.” - Bulletin of the Center on Children’s Books … Subplots occasionally feel extraneous, paling in comparison to the heartbreaking sensuality that blossoms between the female leads. “Lo expands from the lush, foreboding backdrop of the Wood found in her debut Ash (BCCB 10/09) to the rest of the Kingdom while offering up a compelling history and two cleverly conceived new heroines. “Lo has created a wonderfully detailed world, and this dynamic and moving story of love that must find a way against nearly insurmountable odds will be as well received as Ash.” - School Library Journal “Filled with dangerous adventure, an evocative setting and a compelling romance between its two leads, Huntress is an appealing and exciting offering from this talented author.” - BookPage Le Guin as well as for readers in search of a smart, female-dominated adventure tale.” - Booklist “A gripping fantasy with high appeal for fans of Ursula K. Fans of Garth Nix’s Abhorsen trilogy will love this.” - Publishers Weekly, starred review As with Ash, Lo’s characters are emotionally reserved, which makes the unfolding of romance between Kaede and Taisin all the more satisfying. ★ “Lo’s storytelling and prose are masterful, and her protagonists will fascinate …. The exciting adventure prequel to Malinda Lo’s highly acclaimed novel Ash is overflowing with lush Chinese influences and details inspired by the I Ching, and is filled with action and romance.
But the Kingdom needs only one huntress to save it, and what it takes could tear Kaede and Taisin apart forever. As members of their party succumb to unearthly attacks and fairy tricks, the two come to rely on each other and even begin to fall in love. And yet the two girls’ destinies are drawn together during the mission. Taisin is a sage, thrumming with magic, and Kaede is of the earth, without a speck of the otherworldly.
To solve the crisis, the oracle stones are cast, and Kaede and Taisin, two seventeen-year-old girls, are picked to go on a dangerous and unheard-of journey to Taninli, the city of the Fairy Queen.
The people’s survival hangs in the balance. Worse yet, strange and hostile creatures have begun to appear. The sun hasn’t shone in years, and crops are failing. Nature is out of balance in the human world. COMPANION TO ASH FINALIST FOR THE LAMBDA LITERARY AWARD
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