The epic story of a sisterhood where blood relations are nothing compared to the unbreakable bond of the secret sisters -- the bond of Jin-Shei. “[B]eguiling...unique...a rich cast of characters...extraordinarily accomplished.” - Joanne Harris, author of Chocolat and Blackberry Wine “...sure to be popular with fans of Amy Tan, Gail Tsukiyama, and even Marion Zimmer Bradley.... Highly recommended.” - Library Journal - starred review “[B]eguiling...unique...a rich cast of characters...extraordinarily accomplished.” - --Financial Times (London) ... a ‘must read’....” - --Whatcom Independent “Vivid and involving...an exotic journey into the imagination, and a graceful exploration of the heart.” - --Victoria Strauss, author of The Burning Land “Alexander has created a world of depth and detail in The Secrets of Jin-Shei. A fine, rich novel.” - Louise Marley, author of The Child Goddess, The Glass Harmonica, and The Terrorists of Irustan “Alexander expertly weaves the lives of characters into a plot full of intrigue and magic....” - Orlando Sentinel “Fast-paced, imaginative and thoroughly engrossing.” - Booklist “[T]his evocative novel is sure to be popular with fans of Amy Tan, Gail Tsukiyama, and even Marion Zimmer Bradley.... Highly recommended.” - Library Journal - starred review The epic story of a sisterhood where blood relations are nothing compared to the unbreakable bond of the secret sisters -- the bond of Jin-Shei. Alma Alexander is the author of several previous novels, including Worldweavers: Gift of the Unmage and Worldweavers: Spellspam . She was born in Yugoslavia, grew up in the United Kingdom and Africa, and now lives in the state of Washington.