The Destiny of Minou Moonshine

Set in an alternate colonial India, this debut fantasy novel follows fierce orphan Minou Moonshine as she joins a rebel band fighting to restore her fallen queendom, which is shrouded in magic, mystery, and danger. Accompanied by a mechanical elephant and armed with a secret map, Minou embarks on an adventurous quest through lush jungles to find the Dark Lady and reclaim her home. Rich with fantastical worlds, friendship, and resilience, this story offers a captivating blend of steampunk adventure and lyrical storytelling.