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Iron Widow

by Xiran Jay Zhao

2021 · 400 pages · Fiction

In the land of Huaxia, boys pilot giant mechas to fight aliens, while their female co-pilots often die from the mental strain. Zetian joins the military not for glory, but to assassinate the pilot responsible for her sister's death. When she survives and emerges as an "Iron Widow," she must navigate a patriarchal system that fears her power. This reimagining of Chinese history is a fierce, feminist sci-fi epic that blends Pacific Rim-style action with complex political intrigue and subversive romance.

A popular book with millions of readers worldwide.

Atmosphere: FantasticalVibe: IntensePacing: Fast-paced
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