
Mark of the Warrior
Hodderscape (Publisher)
Will be published approx. on 27. October 2026
Book
Hardback
352 pages
978-1-3997-2338-1 (ISBN)
Description
Two brothers. Two nations. One destiny.
Exiled as a traitor after the Guardian's Tournament, Li Jun has vowed to retrieve the stolen Scroll of Heaven and to honor his father's dying request: find his mother and twin brother, Sai.
Fleeing into the East in search of their friend Ren, Jun and his longtime rival Yin Yue have no choice but to trust the two breathmarked women who saved their lives but who answer to the mysterious and draconian Council of Virtue that tore Jun's family apart and banished him and his father a decade ago.
Recovering the Scrolls of Heaven or Earth in order to stop the brewing war that threatens to devastate East and West alike isn't Jun's only seemingly insurmountable challenge. The twin he was separated from in childhood is now the High Keeper who resides in the Sun Pagoda, protecting the precious Scroll of Earth from all potential enemies . . . including Jun.
The fate of the entire land hinges on an inevitable reckoning between brothers that will test their skills, their loyalties, and everything they thought they knew about themselves and the nature of destiny.
Exiled as a traitor after the Guardian's Tournament, Li Jun has vowed to retrieve the stolen Scroll of Heaven and to honor his father's dying request: find his mother and twin brother, Sai.
Fleeing into the East in search of their friend Ren, Jun and his longtime rival Yin Yue have no choice but to trust the two breathmarked women who saved their lives but who answer to the mysterious and draconian Council of Virtue that tore Jun's family apart and banished him and his father a decade ago.
Recovering the Scrolls of Heaven or Earth in order to stop the brewing war that threatens to devastate East and West alike isn't Jun's only seemingly insurmountable challenge. The twin he was separated from in childhood is now the High Keeper who resides in the Sun Pagoda, protecting the precious Scroll of Earth from all potential enemies . . . including Jun.
The fate of the entire land hinges on an inevitable reckoning between brothers that will test their skills, their loyalties, and everything they thought they knew about themselves and the nature of destiny.
Reviews / Votes
PRAISE FOR BREATH OF THE DRAGON Breath of the Dragon is fantastic cinematic mayhem lovingly molded in a deadly martial world. The wisdom and philosophy of great Bruce Lee serve as a guiding hand in so many deep aspects of young Jun's journey. The Lees make a dynamic team! * Wesley Chu * A perfect balance of Bruce Lee's inspiring philosophies, Shannon Lee's galvanizing execution, and Fonda Lee's masterful writing. As thrilling and cinematic as the best big-screen experience * F.C. Yee * A stirring and stunning novel of fascinating imagination and filled with a true warrior spirit. A not to be missed adventure! * S.A. Cosby * A tale in equal turns powerful and gripping, inspiring and meaningful, and with vividly cinematic combat scenes that felt like movie sequences. Lee and Lee have forged a new classic born of legacy and show themselves to be grandmasters of the martial arts genre * Amelie Wen Zhao * I'm genuinely awestruck by the brilliance of this coming-of-age novel. Infused with the vital essence of Bruce Lee's intellect, martial arts prowess, and philosophical depth, it's a captivating journey that transcends the ordinary--a master class in storytelling. I loved it and cannot wait for the next book! * Jamie Ford * Breath of the Dragon breathes the spirit of Bruce Lee on every page. The rite of passage/coming of age story moves fast, is compelling, and shows with deep emotionality the yin and yang in humans and in our relationships, politics and martial arts. I felt it. I loved it. It's explosive like Bruce Lee, and I can't wait to read the next book. This would be fantastic on screen! * Mark Dacascos * A masterclass in cinematic action and riveting storytelling. From the first pages I was rooting for Jun and felt invested in his journey. Rare is the tale that thrives off nostalgia yet also offers something breathtakingly refreshing. Lee and Lee have succeeded in every measure * Elizabeth Lim * This is an exciting and compelling story centered around a young man's hope and determination to win a martial arts tournament which will give him the coveted title of 'Guardian of the Scroll'. We accompany him on his journey and are engaged from beginning to end with the characters, events and action. Jun's rich and eventful journey is thrilling and thought provoking. A very enjoyable and captivating read! * Andrew Koji * A thrilling fantasy inspired by ancient China and martial arts and brimming with Bruce Lee magic. Lee and Lee's homage to wuxia classics is a freshly inventive tale of duty, ambition, love and growth that will captivate hearts and imaginations. A cracking page-turner and classic in-the-making. Magnificent * A.Y. Chao * Shannon Lee and Fonda Lee's Breath of the Dragon is a marvelous tale of war, family, and revolution told in the grand tradition of Suzanne Collins and Jin Yong. But this contemporary spin on the kung fu novel also features at its heart an unforgettable young fighter who is not a little like a young Bruce Lee. A riveting pulse-pounding story with lots to say about what it means to be a hero in these times. Can't wait for the next one! * Jeff Chang * With a colourful cast of compelling characters, a plot of steadily rising stakes, and martial arts action that flies off the page, this book catapulted me back to late nights sitting in front of the TV watching Hong Kong action flicks * Rob Hayes *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Hodder & Stoughton
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 14 years
Product notice
Trade binding
Illustrations
n/a
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
464 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-3997-2338-1 (9781399723381)
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Fonda Lee (Author)
FONDA LEE is one of fantasy and science fiction's current leading voices. She is best known for the epic fantasy Green Bone Saga, consisting of Jade City, Jade War, and Jade Legacy. The Green Bone Saga was a finalist for the Hugo Award, has been translated into more than a dozen languages, and was optioned for television development; Jade Legacy won the Locus Award and the Aurora Award; Jade City won the World Fantasy Award, was a finalist for the Nebula Award, and was listed as one of the Top 100 Fantasy Books of All Time by Time. Lee is a former corporate strategist and black belt martial artist who appears at science fiction and comic book conventions as a frequent guest panelist and speaker.
Shannon Lee (Author)
As the steward of her father's legacy, SHANNON LEE serves as the CEO of the Bruce Lee Family Companies and the chairperson of the Bruce Lee Foundation. Her mission is to provide access to her father's philosophy and life through education and entertainment. She is the author of Be Water, My Friend: The Teachings of Bruce Lee. An in-demand speaker, she has spoken at TED, TEDx, and CreativeMornings, among others. Shannon is the cocreator and host of the Bruce Lee Podcast, which has more than four million downloads, and the Executive Producer of Max's Warrior series, based on a treatment written by Bruce Lee.
FONDA LEE is one of fantasy and science fiction's current leading voices. She is best known for the epic fantasy Green Bone Saga, consisting of Jade City, Jade War, and Jade Legacy. The Green Bone Saga was a finalist for the Hugo Award, has been translated into more than a dozen languages, and was optioned for television development; Jade Legacy won the Locus Award and the Aurora Award; Jade City won the World Fantasy Award, was a finalist for the Nebula Award, and was listed as one of the Top 100 Fantasy Books of All Time by Time. Lee is a former corporate strategist and black belt martial artist who appears at science fiction and comic book conventions as a frequent guest panelist and speaker.
Shannon Lee (Author)
As the steward of her father's legacy, SHANNON LEE serves as the CEO of the Bruce Lee Family Companies and the chairperson of the Bruce Lee Foundation. Her mission is to provide access to her father's philosophy and life through education and entertainment. She is the author of Be Water, My Friend: The Teachings of Bruce Lee. An in-demand speaker, she has spoken at TED, TEDx, and CreativeMornings, among others. Shannon is the cocreator and host of the Bruce Lee Podcast, which has more than four million downloads, and the Executive Producer of Max's Warrior series, based on a treatment written by Bruce Lee.