Sage Empress I (Sagacious Book 2)

Set in the tumultuous, magic-filled history of the Phoenix Feather quartet, the story follows the rise of Lan Renti, the lowest-ranking member of the troubled imperial clan, to the esteemed position of Sage Empress, the first woman to rule the Empire of a Thousand Isles in its long history. Aware of how the official records have often embellished or sidestepped the truth, Lan Renti is determined to set the record straight.

In this first volume, she begins by recounting her life within the imperial palace, until a catastrophic injustice flung her, as a young teen, into the dangerous world of the Warring Princes, where she sought to find her missing brother. Adopting secret identities, befriending a talking sword, and forming a friendship that might become something more, Lan Renti finds herself operating outside the law as a gallant wanderer.

However, as her first supposedly simple mission becomes fraught with wide-ranging consequences, Lan Renti grapples with the unsettling question of what happens when "the law" itself becomes increasingly unjust. Through her experiences, she navigates the complexities of loyalty, justice, and the true nature of power within the empire.

The narrative seamlessly blends elements of high-stakes political intrigue, magical realism, and personal growth, offering readers a captivating glimpse into the richly imagined world of the Phoenix Feather quartet. Lan Renti's journey, marked by challenges, discoveries, and the forging of unexpected alliances, sets the stage for a thrilling and thought-provoking exploration of the themes of duty, identity, and the pursuit of truth in the face of adversity.

Compellingly written and meticulously crafted, this first volume in the series promises to captivate readers with its masterful storytelling, compelling characters, and the ever-evolving tapestry of the empire's history. As Lan Renti embarks on her quest to uncover the truth and reshape the course of her nation, readers will be swept along on a remarkable adventure that blends the familiar and the fantastical, leaving them eager to delve further into the magical world of the Phoenix Feather.

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