{"product_id":"floating-world-axie-oh-1250853087","title":"The Floating World by Axie Oh","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eThe Floating World\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #555555; font-size: 22px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eBook 1 of The Floating World Series by Axie Oh\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!\u003c\/strong\u003e From the New York Times–bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Floating World\u003c\/em\u003e is a dazzling romantic fantasy that reimagines a classic Korean legend with the epic scope of Final Fantasy and the dark mystique of Shadow and Bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"The Floating World by Axie Oh\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0855\/2077\/7531\/files\/9781250853080-axie-oh-floating-world.jpg?v=1750508080\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eIn the shadowy Under World—a realm of perpetual darkness—Sunho, an enigmatic ex-soldier, wakes with nothing more than his name and a trusty sword. Forced into a life of odd jobs, his fortunes change when he’s offered a bounty: a chest of coins for any mercenary who can hunt down a mysterious girl who wields silver light. Meanwhile, far to the east, Ren, a charismatic and spirited acrobat from a traveling troupe, performs at village festivals with her adoptive family. During one fateful performance, a horrific, humanlike demon attacks her village. In a burst of raw fear and power, Ren unleashes a dazzling blast of silver light—an ability she’s concealed since childhood—which tragically fails to save her loved ones. Determined to rescue her grievously wounded uncle and uncover the secrets of her own past, Ren embarks on a perilous journey over treacherous mountains, unknowingly setting her on a collision course with Sunho. As their lives intertwine on a path of danger, destiny, and self-discovery, they soon learn that the light they each possess may be the key to transcending a fate written in shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"The Floating World by Axie Oh\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0855\/2077\/7531\/files\/9781250853080-axie-oh.jpg?v=1750508080\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 20px; list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMyth \u0026amp; Magic:\u003c\/strong\u003e A masterful blend of Korean folklore reimagined with modern fantasy elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEpic Worldbuilding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore dual realms—from the oppressive, gritty Under World to the radiant, mystical Floating World—richly rendered through immersive detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplex Characters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow Sunho’s struggle to reclaim lost memories and come to terms with his inner darkness, while Ren’s journey challenges her to harness a dangerous power in order to save those she loves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThemes of Destiny \u0026amp; Identity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delve into a narrative steeped in mythological symbolism, where the battle between light and darkness mirrors the characters’ fight for self-determination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart \u0026amp; Humor:\u003c\/strong\u003e A story that artfully balances adrenaline-fueled adventure, tender romance, and moments of lighthearted levity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003ePraise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #ccc; padding-left: 16px; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Floating World has everything I love in a fantasy story: a grand adventure that perfectly balances romance and humor, set in a uniquely magical world. I laughed and cried alongside Ren and Sunho on their journey to self-discovery. An enthralling read to the very last page.\" – Judy I. Lin, #1 New York Times bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eA Magic Steeped in Poison\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Axie Oh has crafted an exquisite tale filled with mythology, heart, romance, and magic. The secrets, intrigue, and beautiful prose swept me away, and I’m already excited for the sequel!\" – Sue Lynn Tan, New York Times bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eDaughter of the Moon Goddess\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 16px; list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Floating World Series, Book 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePage Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 368 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young Adult, Romantic Fantasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13–18 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feiwel \u0026amp; Friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 29, 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover, eBook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781250853080\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3 x 1.34 x 9.29 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 20px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eAxie Oh is a New York Times bestselling author known for reimagining Korean legends with vivid worldbuilding and unforgettable characters. With prior successes like \u003cem\u003eThe Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea\u003c\/em\u003e, her work has captivated readers with its blend of myth, magic, emotion, and humor. Passionate about K-pop, folklore, and epic tales of destiny, Axie Oh continues to enchant audiences with her richly imagined universes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso by Axie Oh:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bustdownbooks.com\/products\/girl-fell-beneath-sea-axie-oh-9781250780867\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea by Axie Oh\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003cem\u003eThe Demon and the Light\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bust-Down Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50282217308475,"sku":"1250853087","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0855\/2077\/7531\/files\/9781250853080.jpg?v=1750508080","url":"https:\/\/bustdownbooks.com\/products\/floating-world-axie-oh-1250853087","provider":"Bust-Down Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}