JADE CITY

If you like fantasy books, gangs and gansters, badass characters, and a compelling story, this is for you. It is essentially a gang war story based in Hong Kong with fantasy elements. I typically read more regular fantasy books like The Wheel of Time, Stormlight Archives, Malice, etc. This being an urban fantasy was a very different reading experience, but I assure you that Fonda Lee leaves no stone unturned. The story is phenomenal, the characters are great, this book is just a heartwrenching rollercoaster ride. I have also read the sequel Jade War, and it was my favourite book I read in 2020. Jade Legacy, the finale to this trilogy is now my most anticipated book for 2021. Highly recommended. Hilo Stan forever.

If you're looking for a fast-paced adventure, Jade City might start slow. Lee meticulously crafts her world and characters, drawing you into the complex web of relationships that bind the Kauls together. But be patient, because the payoff is more than worth it. Once the story picks up steam, it becomes a thrilling exploration of gang warfare, political intrigue, and the price of familial duty.

Product: Received in good condition, did not expect to get this as it was not available in India yet. Got it at around 500. Review: 1st book in the epic fantasy trilogy TheGreenBoneSaga. Followed by Jade War and the final book, Jade Legacy, comes out in 2021. This is pretty much the Godfather of Fantasy. Mafia/Clan wars setting with a martial art mixed magical system. What’s there not to like?! Set in a world where jade is extremely powerful, and the Green Bone clans are the only ones that have the ability to wield its power. The two largest and most powerful of them, are the No Peak and Mountain clans and we follow the Kaul family, head of the No Peak clan. Tension erupts between the clans which soon turns to open violence on the streets and above all, there is a new dangerous drug in town that can give anyone the ability to wield the power of jade. This might not be everybody’s cup of tea, so let me just tell you what you will get. ✨Asian inspired urban setting ✨Hard magic system (reminded me a lot of Mistborn) where the powers are derived from jade and with dangerous consequences. ✨Very deep world building. The culture, lore, the history of the clan, all were done so sharply, that I felt completely immersed and invested in this world. ✨A family drama. We see the story through 4 siblings. (we need more of these) ✨Characters are strongly developed, fleshed out and layered. The women are independent, intelligent and absolutely fearless and badass. ✨Great action sequence. ✨A lot of politics. It is quite understandable how a powerful and rare element like jade can affect the economy. But these details, might, get a little boring at times. ✨Chapters keep getting more intense. I was chanting ‘Don’t do something stupid, don’t die’ almost throughout the second half. Keeps you on the edge. ✨Beautifully written prose. So ya, pick this up, if you are looking for your next politically driven epic fantasy series.

Fire

Perfect edition except for some minor discoloration at the edges.Probably from storage. Anyway the edition is perfect but mine came a bit discolored. Other than that highly recommend!

Godfather meets oriental philosophy and Japanese tradition. Highly recommended for fantasy fans or otherwise. Well crafted characters. Riveting story and most of all the world building is top notch. Janloon comes alive.

Came damaged

Most bland fantasy series ever. This feels like a CW tv show