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Dragons. Art. Revolution.
Gyen Jebi isn't a fighter, or a subversive. They just want to paint.
One day they're jobless and desperate; the next, Jebi finds themself recruited by the Ministry of Armor to paint the mystical sigils that animate the occupying government's automaton soldiers.
But when Jebi discovers the depths of the Razanei government's horrifying crimes-and the awful source of the magical pigments they use-they find they can no longer stay out of politics.
What they can do is steal Arazi, the ministry's mighty dragon automaton, and find a way to fight...
Phoenix Extravagant by Yoon Ha Lee
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781781089194
Publisher: Rebellion
'This is a story about the intersection between art and culture; it's about how art isn't frivolous but vital, especially in times of turmoil. A thought-provoking and very timely book,' – SciFiNow.
'A story of art, love, human connection, the power of creation, colonialism, and the roles we all have to play in fighting oppression.'"An arresting tale of loyalty, identity, and the power of art... Lee's masterful storytelling is sure to wow.' – Publishers Weekly.