The Prisoners of Fate · Sequel to the Emperor's Prey

1435 Ming China:

A series of mysterious assassinations rock the empire - high-ranking officers die grotesquely and rumour has it that the killer is a woman with many hands.

A crown prince who is supposed to have died thirty three years ago resurfaces to start a rebellion. His exploits strike fear deep in the heart of the imperial court, as many think he is not human.

An eight year-old boy ascends the Dragon Throne. His mother will do anything to ensure her son will never be replaced.

The dreaded imperial secret service, the Eastern Depot, finds itself under siege. To eliminate the threats to the throne, Ji Gang, their ruthless commander needs an answer only his arch foe could give, for only Zhao Qi knows the identity of the mysterious man wanted by the imperial court.

Together, they will face an invisible enemy. But can they trust each other?

Will they be able to save the emperor against a plot as old as time?

And who is the unseen hand behind the shadows?