The Tangleroot Palace

Marjorie Liu's debut collection of short fiction includes six dark, lush, and spellbinding stories and one novella. It explores themes of love, revenge, and new beginnings, featuring unexpected detours, dangerous magic, and dangerous women. The collection concludes with a gorgeous full-length novella.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2022
Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

From the acclaimed pen of New York Times bestseller Marjorie Liu comes a captivating collection of six dark, lush, and spellbinding short stories, along with one novella, brimming with unexpected twists, perilous magic, and even more formidable women. Renowned for her gripping graphic novel Monstress, Liu takes readers on a thrilling journey deep into the heart of the enigmatic woods. In her highly anticipated debut collection of dark, luscious, and spellbinding short fiction, prepare to encounter unforeseen detours, dangerous enchantments, and even more perilous femme fatales.

Meet Briar, a fierce bodyguard who protects a sorceress capable of stealing bodies. However, her world is turned upside down when she falls in love with Rose, a mysterious woman whose true essence only reveals itself once a week. An aspiring witch, driven by a desire for freedom, embarks on a treacherous path, using betrayal, the bones of the innocent, and a meticulously crafted spell to achieve her goals.

In a world powered by crystal skulls, a warrior returns to defend China from an impending invasion orchestrated by her jealous ex. Meanwhile, a princess flees an arranged marriage, seeking solace and a sense of belonging in a peculiar troupe of traveling actors at the border of the kingdom's deep, dark woods.

The collection concludes with a breathtaking full-length novella that takes readers on a further exploration of Liu's intricate tales of love, retribution, and fresh beginnings. This captivating collection by Marjorie Liu is a testament to her talent for crafting compelling narratives and unforgettable characters, leaving readers eagerly anticipating her future literary endeavors.

Weight: 234g
Dimension: 130 x 199 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789099621