Fledglings' Phoenix Feather

In the grand tradition of martial arts fantasies, The Phoenix Feather begins twenty-five years after a pair of lovers, fleeing from an angry prince, washed up on an island where they adopted new identities and were blessed by an omen promising great things – a single golden phoenix feather. This four-volume feel-good pandemic project has earned praise from lovers of The Goblin Emperor.

The eldest child, a natural martial artist like his father, seems destined for those great things. The second son, an artist and a dreamer, has no desire for greatness, wanting instead to be left alone to paint. The youngest, a daughter, used to wearing her brothers' castoffs and trotting at their heels, is the least promising, always neglecting her studies in favor of sword lessons and play.

All three vowed to keep their parents' dangerous secret. But in this first volume, Fledglings, the family learns that sometimes children must follow their own paths. The eldest son, feeling the weight of his destiny, trains tirelessly, driven by a sense of purpose. The second son, drawn to the beauty of the island, spends his days capturing its essence on canvas, finding solace in his art. And the daughter, initially dismissed as the least promising, discovers a natural affinity for the sword, honing her skills in secret.

As the children come of age, the family's carefully constructed life begins to unravel. The prince who drove their parents to flee remains relentless in his pursuit, and his agents draw ever closer to the island. The siblings must now decide whether to continue concealing their origins or to embrace their true identities, even if it means risking everything.

The Phoenix Feather weaves a captivating tale of family, destiny, and the power of self-discovery. With its richly imagined world and complex characters, this series promises to transport readers to a realm where the extraordinary is woven into the fabric of everyday life. As the siblings navigate the challenges that arise, they must confront not only the external threats they face but also the inner conflicts that threaten to divide them.

This engaging pandemic project has resonated with fans of The Goblin Emperor, who appreciate the author's ability to craft a story that is both deeply personal and expansive in scope. The Phoenix Feather invites readers to immerse themselves in a world where the line between reality and fantasy blurs, where the choices made by a family can have far-reaching consequences, and where the pursuit of one's true path can lead to unexpected and profound discoveries.

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