Burning Roses

Rosa and Hou Yi, two retired heroes, must join forces to fight deadly sunbirds and reckoning with their sacrifices and mistakes in their quest for immortality.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2023
Publisher: St Martin's Press

Rosa, also known as Red Riding Hood, has had enough of wolves and woods. Hou Yi, the Archer, is exhausted and realizes that she has reached her peak. They both long for retirement, but the world has other plans for them. When deadly sunbirds start destroying the countryside, threatening everything they cherish, the two must unite. Now, blessed and burdened with the hindsight of middle age, they embark on a quest that is a reckoning of sacrifices made, mistakes mourned, choices, family, and the pursuit of immortality.

The sunbirds have arrived, and their destruction is imminent. The countryside, which they have both grown to love, is in danger. Hou Yi and Rosa must join forces to confront this threat. They know that they cannot face it alone.

As they prepare for the battle, Hou Yi reflects on their past. He remembers the days when they were young and full of energy. They were always together, exploring the woods and hunting for prey. They were a team, and nothing could stand in their way.

But as they grew older, things changed. Hou Yi became more focused on his archery, while Rosa became more interested in the world around her. They started to drift apart, and their once-strong bond began to weaken.

Hou Yi regrets the choices that he has made. He has spent so much time practicing his archery that he has neglected his relationship with Rosa. He has missed out on her laughter, her smile, and her company.

Rosa, on the other hand, regrets the choices that she has made. She has always been drawn to the woods and the animals that live there. She has neglected her family and her responsibilities in favor of her passion for the natural world.

As they prepare for battle, Hou Yi and Rosa realize that they must put their differences aside. They must work together to protect the countryside that they love. They know that it will not be easy, but they are determined to make it happen.

They gather their weapons and prepare to face the sunbirds. Hou Yi shoots his arrows with precision, while Rosa uses her bow and arrows to defend herself. The sunbirds are fierce and relentless, but Hou Yi and Rosa are determined to prevail.

As the battle rages on, Hou Yi and Rosa realize that they are not fighting for themselves alone. They are fighting for the future of the countryside, for the animals that live there, and for the people who depend on it.

In the end, Hou Yi and Rosa emerge victorious. The sunbirds are defeated, and the countryside is saved. Hou Yi and Rosa are hailed as heroes, and their names are remembered for generations to come.

As they reflect on the battle, Hou Yi and Rosa realize that their quest for immortality is not just about defeating the sunbirds. It is about finding meaning and purpose in their lives. They have learned that true immortality comes not from physical strength or skill, but from the love and connections that they share with others.

From that day forward, Hou Yi and Rosa continue to work together to protect the countryside. They use their knowledge and skills to educate others about the importance of conservation and the impact of human activity on the environment. They also work to build stronger bonds with their community and with each other.

As they grow older, Hou Yi and Rosa know that their time on this earth is limited. But they also know that they have made a difference in the world, and that their legacy will live on long after they are gone.

In conclusion, Rosa, also known as Red Riding Hood, has had enough of wolves and woods. Hou Yi, the Archer, is exhausted and realizes that she has reached her peak. When deadly sunbirds start destroying the countryside, threatening everything they cherish, the two must unite. Now, blessed and burdened with the hindsight of middle age, they embark on a quest that is a reckoning of sacrifices made, mistakes mourned, choices, family, and the pursuit of immortality. Hou Yi and Rosa must put their differences aside and work together to protect the countryside that they love. They are fighting for the future of the countryside, for the animals that live there, and for the people who depend on it. In the end, they emerge victorious, and their names are remembered for generations to come. Their quest for immortality is not just about defeating the sunbirds, but about finding meaning and purpose in their lives. They have learned that true immortality comes not from physical strength or skill, but from the love and connections that they share with others. As they grow older, Hou Yi and Rosa continue to work together to protect the countryside, educate others, and build stronger bonds with their community and with each other. They know that their time on this earth is limited, but they also know that they have made a difference in the world, and that their legacy will live on long after they are gone.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 208 x 135 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250879202