365 Days of Books of Interest: Day #41: Serpentine

Earlier today on my lunch break, I spotted this book on a display table at the bookstore. But since I'm on a self-imposed book buying break (that is until May 1st) all I can do is add this to my wishlist.

Book: Serpentine by Cindy Pon

Description:

Inspired by the rich history of Chinese mythology, this sweeping fantasy is set in the ancient Kingdom of Xia and tells the coming of age story of Skybright, a young girl who worries about her growing otherness. As she turns 16, Skybright notices troubling changes. By day, she is a companion and handmaid to the youngest daughter of a very wealthy family. But nighttime brings with it a darkness that not even daybreak can quell. When her plight can no longer be denied, Skybright learns that despite a dark destiny, she must struggle to retain her sense of self – even as she falls in love for the first time.