Guardian: Zhen Hun (Novel) Vol. 1
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Guardian: Zhen Hun (Novel) Vol. 1

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The danmei/Boys’ Love novels from China that inspired the popular live-action drama streaming in English! This modern fantasy about gods, ghosts, and supernatural investigations from blockbuster author Priest (Stars of Chaos: Sha Po Lang, Word of Honor) is now officially in English for the first time! Zhao Yunlan is Chief of the Special Investigations Department: a secret group of uniquely skilled individuals who investigate strange happenings in modern-day Dragon City. Although laid-back and cheeky to those who don't know him, this tenacious and cunning man fits well into his role of the Guardian. While investigating a mysterious death at a local university, Zhao Yunlan meets Shen Wei, a calm and cold professor who proves as intriguing as the case itself. Something about this reserved man feels strangely familiar. Zhao Yunlan can't help but notice the intensity of the professor's gaze, and wonders why their lives begin to intertwine—as if by fate. This trilogy of supernatural novels from China built around the desire between two men (danmei) has been translated into multiple languages and inspired the blockbuster live-action series of the same name, penned by hit-maker author Priest (whose works include Stars of Chaos: Sha Po Lang and Faraway Wanderers/Word of Honor). The Seven Seas English-language edition will include exclusive, all-new covers and interior illustrations.
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Zita Azlina@shenglingyuan
5 stars
Jan 9, 2024

A reread (had an actual review in the other ver of the book, yet again) I'm just in love with everything this book has offered. The relationship, the plot, the characters. The magic in it, all the CN mythology references, every single neat thread being knitted to form one big picture; everything in this book is one hell of a ride that I'm sure YOU all would sign up for. The translation is very good! I feel like the word is flowing and the footnotes are really elaborative without explaining too long. The illustrations are CHEF'S KISS. CAN'T WAIT FOR VOL 2 TO COME OUT. Thank you Priest for giving birth to Weilan and everyone in it and all the plot this book has. Straight up infinity/5 please just tune in to this idk what else to tell you.

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Floofyflower@jusalilfloof
5 stars
Nov 10, 2023

This was a lot of fun! I loved the world and the writing style, and the relationship between the main MCs is crafted really well to make a mix of sweetness and angst. I can’t wait to read more and find out more about their pasts.

+3
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Elena Antolini@lalla349
5 stars
Dec 14, 2024
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aly@alymangoes
4 stars
Apr 4, 2024

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