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An Auction of Souls
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Expected 20 Oct 26A start to a new duology from Of Jade and Dragons author Amber Chen, perfect for fans of The Scorpion and the Night Blossom and A Forgery of Fate!
Meng Lingxi and her grandmother run a legendary auction house, Meng Wu—the House of Dreams. But when a mysterious traveler arrives bearing a fragment of a soul, all that Lingxi knows changes in an instant. Her grandmother mysteriously vanishes, and restless spirits descend upon Meng Wu.
Then two unlikely allies—Yan Jun and Yan Shan, guardians of hell itself—come to Lingxi's aid, revealing a shocking secret about the only home she's ever known: Meng Wu sits upon the gateway to hell, and her grandmother serves the god of the underworld himself.
Soon, Lingxi joins her two companions on a perilous journey to find her grandmother and unravel the mystery behind the dangerous fragment of soul. Along the way, the trio must outsmart humans, gods, and demons alike who try to stand in their way—before hell is let loose on earth.
Meng Lingxi and her grandmother run a legendary auction house, Meng Wu—the House of Dreams. But when a mysterious traveler arrives bearing a fragment of a soul, all that Lingxi knows changes in an instant. Her grandmother mysteriously vanishes, and restless spirits descend upon Meng Wu.
Then two unlikely allies—Yan Jun and Yan Shan, guardians of hell itself—come to Lingxi's aid, revealing a shocking secret about the only home she's ever known: Meng Wu sits upon the gateway to hell, and her grandmother serves the god of the underworld himself.
Soon, Lingxi joins her two companions on a perilous journey to find her grandmother and unravel the mystery behind the dangerous fragment of soul. Along the way, the trio must outsmart humans, gods, and demons alike who try to stand in their way—before hell is let loose on earth.
480 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication October 20, 2026
About the author
Amber Chen
3 books505 followersAmber Chen is the UK #1 bestselling author of the YA silkpunk fantasy novel, Of Jade and Dragons.
She is currently based in sweltering Singapore and spends much of her free time living within Chinese fantasy novels and dramas. She also drinks one too many cups of bubble tea. One of her webnovels, The Cutting Edge, has been adapted for television.
This GR account is managed by a friend. If you would like to interact with Amber directly, head over to IG or Tiktok @amberwrites88 !
She is currently based in sweltering Singapore and spends much of her free time living within Chinese fantasy novels and dramas. She also drinks one too many cups of bubble tea. One of her webnovels, The Cutting Edge, has been adapted for television.
This GR account is managed by a friend. If you would like to interact with Amber directly, head over to IG or Tiktok @amberwrites88 !
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January 30, 2026"YA fantasy duology that follows a girl who runs a legendary magical auction house, whose life is upended after a stranger shows up wanting to sell a soul"
tbr-fantasies
March 17, 2025So down bad for OJAD and its sequel that this is an instant to-read
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March 17, 2025Mar 17, 2025
Excited for this one!! 💫
Excited for this one!! 💫
Review of advance copy received from Author
"It is your will that determines who and what you become - remember that." - An Auction of Souls
Meng Lingxi runs an auction house with her grandma, but after a mysterious stranger shows up with a fragment of a soul, her grandma goes missing. With her grandma missing, spirits attack the auction house, and Lingxi learns that her home is not what it appears to be. Lingxi is aided by two guardians of hell; Yan Jun and Yan Shan. The trio set off on a beautiful adventure to find Lingxi's grandma, and to save the world .
I almost have no words to describe how much I loved this book. I am a huge reader for anything Asian mythology/drama inspired, and when I got an ARC of this book, I quite literally cried. This book did not disappoint me at all. I was especially astounded by all of the turn of events, and I loved reading about the mythological creatures and beings.
The writing was gorgeous, and I often felt like I genuinely was part of an Asian drama. The characters were phenomenal, and it was amazing seeing how much growth there was in all of them. Lingxi was different than many characters I have read about. She starts off very greedy, to the point of not caring about others, but as the time goes by, she slowly learns what it means to have friends. I ended up loving her, as she was able to use her wits and art of persuasion to really shine. She was no sword-wielding trained assassin (that was saved for Yan Jun, our MAN), and it was nice to see that as a change.
Ultimately, I ended up loving this book, and I am already extremely sad that I can't immediately read the second book!
Meng Lingxi runs an auction house with her grandma, but after a mysterious stranger shows up with a fragment of a soul, her grandma goes missing. With her grandma missing, spirits attack the auction house, and Lingxi learns that her home is not what it appears to be. Lingxi is aided by two guardians of hell; Yan Jun and Yan Shan. The trio set off on a beautiful adventure to find Lingxi's grandma, and to save the world .
I almost have no words to describe how much I loved this book. I am a huge reader for anything Asian mythology/drama inspired, and when I got an ARC of this book, I quite literally cried. This book did not disappoint me at all. I was especially astounded by all of the turn of events, and I loved reading about the mythological creatures and beings.
The writing was gorgeous, and I often felt like I genuinely was part of an Asian drama. The characters were phenomenal, and it was amazing seeing how much growth there was in all of them. Lingxi was different than many characters I have read about. She starts off very greedy, to the point of not caring about others, but as the time goes by, she slowly learns what it means to have friends. I ended up loving her, as she was able to use her wits and art of persuasion to really shine. She was no sword-wielding trained assassin (that was saved for Yan Jun, our MAN), and it was nice to see that as a change.
Ultimately, I ended up loving this book, and I am already extremely sad that I can't immediately read the second book!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
I will read anything Amber Chen writes. She has a way of capturing my attention from the very first page and keeping me completely invested until the end. This book was packed with secrets, twists, and surprises that kept me guessing the entire time.
One of my favorite aspects was the endless tales woven throughout the story and how everything connected in unexpected ways. Every new revelation added another layer to the mystery, making it impossible to put down. And that ending? Absolutely shocking. I never saw it coming, and I’m still thinking about it.
The world-building and storytelling were incredible, and the surprises just kept coming. I also loved the little bit of romance sprinkled throughout the book. It was enough to make me completely invested in the relationship and wishing there had been even more of it.
Amber Chen has once again delivered a captivating young adult fantasy filled with magic, secrets, and unforgettable twists. I cannot wait to see where the next book takes these characters.
One of my favorite aspects was the endless tales woven throughout the story and how everything connected in unexpected ways. Every new revelation added another layer to the mystery, making it impossible to put down. And that ending? Absolutely shocking. I never saw it coming, and I’m still thinking about it.
The world-building and storytelling were incredible, and the surprises just kept coming. I also loved the little bit of romance sprinkled throughout the book. It was enough to make me completely invested in the relationship and wishing there had been even more of it.
Amber Chen has once again delivered a captivating young adult fantasy filled with magic, secrets, and unforgettable twists. I cannot wait to see where the next book takes these characters.
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July 30, 2025Got to beta read this early and y’all its so good!
Review of advance copy received from Author
The way Amber conjures up an entire Chinese drama in my head with just words is nothing short of amazing.
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May 18, 2026Won and received a copy through a Goodreads Giveaway.
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