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Iron Widow (Book 1) by Xiran Jay Zhao (2023, Trade Paperback)

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Iron Widow (Book 1) by Xiran Jay Zhao is a must-read for fans of young adult fiction. The book follows the story of a diverse group of girls and women in a science fiction world. With 432 pages of captivating content, the book is sure to keep readers engaged from beginning to end. The trade paperback format makes it easy to carry around, and the book's dimensions of 8.2 x 5.5 x 1.1 inches make it a great addition to any book collection. The Iron Widow Ser. is published by Prh Canada Young Readers, and the book is available in English.

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Product Identifiers

PublisherPrh Canada Young Readers

ISBN-100735269955

ISBN-139780735269958

eBay Product ID (ePID)19057249237

Product Key Features

Book TitleIron Widow (Book 1)

Number of Pages432 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicGirls & Women, Science Fiction / General, Diversity & Multicultural

Publication Year2023

GenreYoung Adult Fiction

AuthorXiran Jay Zhao

Book SeriesIron Widow Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height1.1 in

Item Weight14.6 Oz

Item Length8.2 in

Item Width5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceYoung Adult Audience

Dewey Edition23

ReviewsInstant #1 New York Times Bestseller! An Amazon Editors'' Pick for Best Young Adult An Amazon Editor''s Pick for Best Science Fiction and Fantasy A Polygon Best Science Fiction and Fantasy Book of 2021 An Indigo #1 Teen Book of the Year An Indigo Best Teen Book (2021) An Indigo Best Teen Sci-Fi & Fantasy Book (2021) A Barnes & Noble''s Best YA Fantasy & Adventure of 2021 A New York Public Library Best Book for Teens (2021) A Canadian Children''s Book Centre Favourite Book of the Year (2021) A Boston Globe Best Book of 2021 A Cultured Vultures '' "21 Best Books Of 2021" A 2021 Goodreads Choice Awards Nominee, Best Young Adult & Science Fiction "The action-packed plot, involving battles both physical and mental, is original and incorporates queer themes and Zetian''s unwavering, cathartic feminism." -- Kirkus Reviews "[This] duology opener will appeal to those seeking high-energy, feminist, queer narratives." -- Publishers Weekly "[An] incredible novel, fun and exciting, sometimes horrible to read, but in all the ways that make you fall in love with a character." -- Tor Online " Iron Widow is an exciting, action-packed sci-fi story and a scathing indictment of patriarchal culture." -- Shelf Awareness "This novel will shock readers with its mind-blowing denouement." -- CM: Canadian Review of Materials "Like its ferocious heroine, Iron Widow is brutal, bloodthirsty, and full of rage. Zetian''s fight to shatter patriarchal definitions of power makes for a truly thrilling read." -- Julie C. Dao, author of Forest of a Thousand Lanterns "A primal scream of a book, Iron Widow delivers on all that fury and more, combining meticulous pacing and brilliant world building to make a truly epic read." -- E.K. Johnston, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Aetherbound "Zetian is the take-no-prisoners heroine you''ll love to cheer on as she crushes everyone who tries to bring her down." -- Rebecca Schaeffer, author of Not Even Bones "A bold and brash story that will grab you by the throat from page one. Zhao expertly weaves a story that polishes off classic sci-fi themes and re-imagines them in a lush futuristic world inspired by Ancient China. With an unapologetic heroine who pushes so far beyond the boundaries of expectations, the reader will go on a journey of twists and turns that will make them gasp with each page turn. Thrilling, heart-wrenching, and epic!" --Kat Cho, internationally bestselling author of Vicious Spirits "In Iron Widow, Zhao crafts a thrilling, brutal tale with jaw-dropping action and a fierce and unyielding heroine. Zetian is unstoppable, and I dare you not to cheer her on." --Elizabeth Lim, bestselling author of Spin the Dawn " Iron Widow is a gut punch from the very first pages. The action is riveting. The story relentless. The heroine ruthless and unapologetic. Zetian is here to set the world on fire, and her pursuit of vengeance is thrilling and empowering to behold. Sit back and enjoy the show--and stay the hell out of her way." --Nicki Pau Preto, author of Crown of Feathers "A searing, cinematic, gut-punch of a tale, Iron Widow is both wickedly fun and brutally incisive when it comes to the Chinese history and culture it draws inspiration from. There''s no resisting Wu Zetian; once she sinks her claws in you, you''ll be racing alongside her to a shocking, subversive end." --Joan He, New York Times- bestselling author of The Ones We''re Meant to Find "Absolutely epic. This is the historical-inspired, futuristic sci-fi mash-up of my wildest dreams. Iron Widow charges headfirst into a world of giant mechas and uncompromising characters. The brutal beauty of Xiran Jay Zhao''s writing kept me glued to the page from start to finish." --Chloe Gong, New York Times- bestselling author of These Violent Delights

Grade FromNinth Grade

Series Volume Number1

Dewey Decimal813.6

SynopsisThe instant #1 New York Times bestseller, now available in a stunning new paperback look with bonus content. Pacific Rim meets The Handmaid's Tale in this blend of Chinese history and mecha science fiction for YA readers. The boys of Huaxia dream of pairing up with girls to pilot Chrysalises, giant transforming robots that can battle the aliens that lurk beyond the Great Wall of China. It doesn't matter that the girls die from the mental strain. When 18-year-old Zetian offers herself up as a concubine-pilot, it's to assassinate the ace male pilot responsible for her sister's death. But when she gets her vengeance, it becomes clear that she is an Iron Widow, a rare kind of female pilot who can sacrifice males to power up Chrysalises instead. To tame her frightening yet valuable mental strength, she is paired up with Li Shimin, the strongest male pilot in Huaxia, yet feared and ostracized for killing his father and brothers. But now that Zetian has had a taste of power, she will not cower so easily. She will take over instead, then leverage their combined strength to force her society to stop failing its women and girls. Or die trying. This deluxe new paperback edition features eight pages of Chrysalis concept art and a discussion guide.