Immortal Longings (1) (Flesh & False Gods)

ISBN: 1668000229

Author: Gong, Chloe

Condition: New

A NEW YORK TIMES AND USA TODAY BESTSELLERChloe Gongs adult epic fantasy debut, inspired by Shakespeares Antony and Cleopatra, is a smart, imaginative, and brutal (Wesley Chu, New York Times bestselling author of The War Arts Saga) collision of power plays, spilled blood, and romance amidst a set of deadly games.Every year, thousands in the kingdom of Talin flock to its capital twin cities, San-Er, where the palace hosts a set of games. For those confident enough in their ability to jump between bodies, competitors across San-Er fight to the death to win unimaginable riches.Princess Calla Tuoleimi lurks in hiding. Five years ago, a massacre killed her parents and left the palace of Er emptyand she was the one who did it. Before King Kasas forces in San can catch her, she plans to finish the job and bring down the monarchy. Her reclusive uncle always greets the victor of the games, so if she wins, she finally gets her opportunity to kill him.Enter Anton Makusa, an exiled aristocrat. His childhood love has lain in a coma since they were both ousted from the palace, and hes deep in debt trying to keep her alive. Thankfully, hes one of the best jumpers in the kingdom, flitting from body to body at will. His last chance at saving her is entering the games and winning.Calla finds both an unexpected alliance with Anton and help from King Kasas adopted son, August, who wants to mend Talins ills. But the three of them have very different goals, even as Calla and Antons partnership spirals into something all-consuming. Before the games close, Calla must decide what shes playing for-her lover or her kingdom.