Joan He was born and raised in Philadelphia but still will, on occasion, lose her way. At a young age, she received classical instruction in oil painting before discovering that stories were her favorite kind of art. She studied psychology and Chinese history at the University of Pennsylvania and currently writes from a desk overlooking the city waterfront. Descendant of the Crane is her young adult debut.
" Descendant of the Crane is my favorite kind of story: lyrical,
romantic, politically complex, but most of all, driven by an
iron-willed heroine who will do what must be doneno matter the
cost." Kristen Ciccarelli, Iiternationally bestselling author of
The Last Namsara
A compelling, immersive book. Young adults will find a story and a
world that is a joy to explore in this highly original mystery.
Foreword starred review
"A beautiful debut with thrilling politics and strokes of magic,
set in a lush world that feels real and weighted with its own
complex history." Lori M. Lee, author of A Thousand Beginnings and
Endings and the Gates of Thread and Stone series
"Joan He has penned a lovely and intriguing tale of secrets,
family, and betrayal. You'll be drawn in by this marvelously vivid
world and keep turning the pages for the plot twists!" Traci Chee,
New York Times bestselling author of The Reader
"Deep world-building, magical family secrets, and intricate palace
politics Descendant of the Crane soars from page one. Its twists
and treacheries kept me guessing until the very end." Rachel
Hartman, New York Times bestselling author of Seraphina
"Hesina is a heroine for the ages----brilliant, determined, and
fierce. It is impossible not to root for her." Laura Sebastian, New
York Times bestselling author of Ash Princess
"The plot twists are truly dizzying at times, and everyone, from
villain to ally, has an intriguing backstory... With complex
world-building and character development, readers tired of
cookie-cutter stories will find some surprise twists here." Kirkus
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"Deep world-building, magical family secrets, and intricate palace
politics Descendant of the Crane soars from page one. Its twists
and treacheries kept me guessing until the very end." -- Rachel
Hartman, New York Times bestselling author of Seraphina
"A fully realized history helps make this adventure, rooted in
Chinese folklore, feel epic, while Hesina's fierce determination
will appeal to contemporary readers." Booklist
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