** PRAISE FOR ELIZABETH LIM **A dazzling fairy tale full of breathtaking storytelling ? Stephanie Garber, Sunday Times bestselling author of CaravalThis is a gem for all lovers of whimsical fantasy! ? Natasha Ngan, New York Times bestselling author of Girls of Paper and FireThis book is magic! ? Kristin Cashore, New York Times bestselling author of GracelingA resilient heroine, a cast of imaginative characters, and creative plot turns make this gem of a novel sparkle ? Stacey Lee, award-winning author of The Downstairs GirlA princess with a secret, forbidden magic, betrothals gone awry-Six Crimson Cranes is an unputdownable, sweeping fairytale that thrills as much as it delights. Lim is a master storyteller which is apparent with every magical turn of the page. ? Kerri Maniscalco, #1 NYT bestselling author of Kingdom of the WickedSix Crimson Cranes is a true fairy tale adventure with a vividly drawn world, a lovable and dynamic heroine, and a complex wicked stepmother. With her skillful combination of folklore and surprising plot twists, Elizabeth Lim takes readers on a captivating and wholly original journey ? Melissa Bashardoust, author of Girl, Serpent, ThornA stunning remake of a fairytale. Six Crimson Cranes is the perfect blend of whimsy and ferociousness, with twists and turns that will tug at your heartstrings ? Chloe Gong, New York Times bestselling author of These Violent DelightsA must-read for lovers of folkloric fantasy, told with flair and originality. Readers will be captivated by Shiori's journey ? Juliet Marillier, award-winning author of Sevenwaters and Wildwood DancingPositively enchanting, and absolutely worthy of its hype. I felt like I was pulled into the most beautiful fairytale, and I never wanted to leave ? Adalyn Grace, New York Times bestselling author of All the Stars and TeethSure to delight even the most jaded of fantasy readers ? NPRWhat an amazing creation! Every time I thought I knew where it was going, I was wrong. This is a white-knuckle read! ? Tamora Pierce, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Tempests and Slaughter on Spin the DawnA nuanced, compelling cast. Seamlessly intertwining western and East Asian folklore, Lim embroiders a richly imagined landscape in this vibrant, fast-paced duology starter ? Publishers Weekly, starred reviewAn addictive magical adventure ? School Library JournalElizabeth Lim is such an incredible storyteller . . . This amazing story will leave you breathless and aching to keep reading it long after you've finished ? The Nerd DailyElizabeth Lim weaves a magical tale of a determined young woman who lets nothing stand in her way. I for one cannot wait to read the second . . . It's a definite hit ? Manchester Evening NewsEnchanting and lyrical, this book offers young adult readers an immersive tale of grit and adventure with a princess who will win their hearts ? Armadillo MagazineCaptivating, magical, and immersive... a breath-taking fantasy and one of this year's standout book releases - Voice Magazine review

Elizabeth Lim grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she was raised on a hearty diet of fairy tales, myths, and songs. Before becoming an author, Elizabeth was a professional film and video game composer, and she still tends to come up with her best book ideas while writing near a piano. An alumna of Harvard College and the Juilliard School, she now resides in New York with her husband and two daughters. Other books by Elizabeth include Spin the Dawn and Unravel the Dusk, the New York Times bestseller So This is Love, and Reflection.