The Last Dragon of the East, Katrina Kwan
The Last Dragon of the East, Katrina Kwan
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The Last Dragon of the East

Author: Katrina Kwan

Narrator: Eric Yang, Feodor Chin

Unabridged: 8 hr 55 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 10/08/2024


Synopsis

Inspired by Chinese myths of ancient dragon gods and threads of fate, Katrina Kwan’s dazzling fantasy debut is a propulsive adventure perfect for fans of Sue Lynn Tan and Hannah Whitten.

At the spry young age of twenty-five, Sai has led a quiet life, keeping the family teahouse up and running—even if that means ignoring the past-due notices—and taking care of his ailing mother. But he has a not-so-secret gift that he’s parlayed into a side career: he was born with the ability to see the red threads of fate between soulmates, which lends itself nicely to matchmaking. Sai has thus far been content not to follow his own thread, the only one he’s ever seen that’s gray and fraying.

But Sai’s ordinary existence is about to be turned upside-down by a pair of shining dragon scales. When his mother’s doctor sells them to him, claiming them as a miracle cure, Sai is pretty sure he’s being scammed. When the medicine actually works—and the terrifying, ruthless emperor catches wind—Sai is thrust into the search for a dragon long thought extinct that will lead him into the throes of a brewing war and deep into foreign lands, facing down challenges both magical and mortal on an unexpected adventure. And for the very first time, as his own thread of fate begins to move, he may be able to solve the mystery of his Fated One at the other end of the line.

About Katrina Kwan

Katrina Kwan is a Vancouver-based fantasy and contemporary romance author. After graduating from Acadia University in 2017 with a BA in political science with honors, Kwan spent the next six years honing her creative skills as a freelance ghostwriter. With several ghostwritten romance novels under her belt, she’s ecstatic to finally be writing books under her own name.


Reviews

Goodreads review by jenny reads a lot on September 15, 2024

4⭐️ | TikTok | This was an absolutely phenomenal time up to about the 50% mark then it became just a decent time. Overall it was a good time. What I loved… - vivid atmosphere and descriptions - an unexpected bit of gore, just a touch - “fated mates” - via the Red Strings of Fate - a bit of mystery and in......more

Goodreads review by Mel (Epic Reading) on January 29, 2025

A beautiful love story, filled with wondrous mini tales that build a legacy of dragons and their fated ones. Sadly however, it was never truly seen in my mind. The story, plot, and characters are good enough; but it all remains too superficial. With a lack of descriptions, the missing subtlety of wh......more

Goodreads review by Keshe on May 11, 2024

This sweeping romantic fantasy has it all: epic journeys, characters to root for, and a romance that spans the ages. Packed full of mythology and gorgeously lush prose, the banter between the ever-upbeat Sai and the surly, secretive Jyn is top-notch. The twists kept me turning pages until I reached......more

Goodreads review by akacya ❦ on September 14, 2024

2024 reads: 255/250 i received an advanced review copy from the publisher via netgalley in exchange for an honest review. this did not affect my rating. buddy read with ellie! sai has led a quiet life by keeping the family teahouse up and running and taking care of his mother. he also has a side hustle......more

Goodreads review by ✨⚡ Kelcey (felinebooktrovert) ✨ on October 07, 2024

Thank you NetGalley and Saga Press for this arc in exchange for an honest review! DNF 38% There's nothing I love more than reading a fated soulmate story. Throw in dragons!? Super exciting premise, but this was not doing it for me. My main issue was the MMC. For me, he just did not have main character......more


Quotes

"Eric Yang’s gentle narration perfectly suits this slow-paced fantasy audiobook. Sai can see the red threads of fate that link people to their soulmates. Through this skill he earns enough to care for his sick mother and keep his family’s teahouse running. After a miracle medicine made of dragon scales heals her, the emperor orders him to find the dragon they belonged to. But Sai never expects the dragon’s red thread to connect to his own. Yang’s soothing voice reflects Sai’s kindness and adds warmth and humor to the romance that develops. Narrating a small subplot about a family of ancient dragons, Feodor Chin gives a commanding performance."