Phoenix Extravagant

In this captivating fantasy novel by acclaimed author Yoon Ha Lee, Gyen Jebi, an aspiring artist with a passion for painting, finds themselves thrust into a tumultuous world when recruited by the Ministry of Armor to create mystical sigils for their automaton soldiers. As Jebi uncovers the dark truths behind the Razanei government's actions and the sinister origins of their magical pigments, they are compelled to take a stand. Determined to resist the oppressive regime, Jebi hatches a daring plan involving the ministry's formidable dragon automaton, Arazi, leading them into a fight for justice.