I absolutely loved Daughter of the Moon Goddess and hearing that this amazing author is gonna give adult fantasy a try? Yes please!

Unfortunately for me it turned out to be a huge disappointment. Sue Lynn Tans amazing writing did not save this one unfortunately for me, I had a very hard time finishing it because I just did not want to read it anymore. It’s all the things I dislike and more, the world building was understandably not very present since we of course know the celestial kingdom already. But the story was riddled with cliches and the most predictable plot twists in the bad sense. I absolutely despised both MCs, Liyen is extremely childish, rude, a hypocrite and just very unlikeable for me, especially for what is supposed to be an adult character. Her hate was pointless and forced for the sake of hate and god, insta love again? I guess it’s more complicated than just that but it did not save the offense to be honest. I did not like anything about the romance, both were horrible people and both were hypocrites and annoying. The only character I tolerated was Chengyin but hey, he appeared now and then more as a plot device. I would have liked a more in depth exploration of the platonic relationships, the non platonic relationships and give them time for me to actually figure it’s love and for any betrayals and harm to actually hurt instead of me just feeling happy they got what they deserved.

It’s an absolute cliche of forced most popular tropes and a waste of Sue Lynn Tans skills. I feel like this could have been so great, instead it’s been closed in a box of insta love, enemies to lovers, a petulant “I’m different” Mc, non sensical hate and no explored enough feelings towards the other characters for me to give a shit about what was happening.

I’m very disappointed sadly, but I guess it wasn’t for me in the end.

It’s no secret that i absolutely adore Sue Lynn Tan’s writing, it’s lyrical and absolutely visually stunning. You just picture yourself stood there with the characters in these beautiful worlds she’s weaved.

I’m ecstatic that Tan’s first foray into the Adult Genre has not disappointed and that beautiful writing just continues to flow. Character growth is such a strength for this author, and both Liyen and Zhangwei have wonderful storylines. Disconnected but then entwined in such a gorgeous way, with the development of their relationship and the truth behind it feeling like such a natural step and not forced.

Liyen is the lady of Tianxia, inheriting the throne after the death of her grandfather, yet feeling like she hasn't earned the title. Her goal is to free her kingdom from the immortals who only think of themselves, desperate to stop being anyone's toy. So, an alliance is needed. Could she gain the favor from the God of War? And could she do it without having her heart stolen by him?

You see, the love story is one that I always seek in books.

"Touch her again and you die."

This is the first book I've read from Sue Lynn Tan and now I'm hitting myself over the head for not having picked up her work sooner. I had a blast reading Immortal! What an absolutely stunning and addictive fantasy romance from Sue Lynn Tan. The world building and magic of this world is so interesting, but more than that I fell in love with Liyen and the God of War, Zhangwei. The hostility and intrigue between them at the star that slowly turns into allyship (with mistrust) and then slowly into appreciation, wonder, and then love. Zhangwei was ready to always lay his life down or give everything up for Liyen. The longing between them was indescribably delicious.

I loved the twists and turns of their relationship - the back and forth of "will they, when will they, won't they?" I wish we had even more time with them especially in Part 3 of this book. I think this book could have benefited from being a duology. So many large reveals occurred in the second half of this book that would have been amazing to see explored in further depth. Regardless, I loved the flow of this relationship. Liyen and Zhangwei have become a new favourite couple. The God of War is unmatched in terms of being "down bad" for your significant other.

In terms of pacing, I do feel that Part 2 and 3 felt a bit rushed in comparison to Part 1. The main conflict was wrapped up a bit too quick for my taste - which is why I would have loved if this was a duology instead of a standalone. Otherwise, this was such a fun fantasy romance that I ate up in a couple days! I will absolutely be checking out more of Sue Lynn Tan's works.

Thank you so much Harper Voyager for the opportunity to read and review!

When I picked up *Immortal* by Sue Lynn Tan, I wasn’t entirely prepared for how deeply it would resonate with me. From the intricate world-building to the emotionally charged characters, this book was an absolute triumph. It’s one of those rare finds where every element—from romance to political intrigue—comes together seamlessly, leaving me utterly captivated.

First, let’s talk about Liyen. What a *force* of a protagonist. Her journey from a poisoned and hesitant heir to a fierce and determined ruler felt personal to me. I followed her struggles, rooted for her triumphs, and admired her sheer grit to protect her people, even when everything seemed impossible. She is bold, sharp-tongued, and unapologetically herself, and I couldn’t help but cheer for her every step of the way.

And then there’s Zhangwei, the misunderstood God of War. Initially, I saw him as cold and ruthless, but as his layers peeled back, I fell in love with the depth of his character. His devotion to Liyen—his willingness to fight for her happiness, even at the expense of his own—was breathtaking. Their chemistry? Electric. The banter, the tension, the yearning—it’s the very definition of a slow burn done right. I couldn’t stop turning the pages, desperate to see where their story would go next.

The romance is undeniably at the heart of this story, but the world-building left me just as entranced. Sue Lynn Tan paints a lush, vivid picture of the Mortal and Immortal realms, steeped in Chinese mythology that felt both rich and immersive. The interplay of forbidden magic and political intrigue added a layer of complexity that kept me hooked. Every twist and turn surprised me, and I was constantly questioning who to trust and where my sympathies should lie.

For me, one of the most striking aspects of *Immortal* was its exploration of trust, duty, and the gray areas in war and politics. There were no clear heroes or villains—just flawed individuals fighting for what they believed in. That moral ambiguity made the stakes feel so much higher and left me reflecting long after I turned the final page.

If I’m being honest, the beginning did feel a little slow. I wasn’t immediately drawn in, but as the story unfolded, I found myself completely engrossed. By the time I hit the 10% mark, I couldn’t put it down. The plot twists were jaw-dropping, the stakes were higher than I expected, and the ending left me both satisfied and longing for more.

Sue Lynn Tan’s writing is nothing short of magical. Her prose is poetic without being overdone, and the dialogue feels authentic and emotionally charged. Every interaction between Liyen and Zhangwei crackles with tension, and even the quieter moments held so much weight. I felt fully immersed in this world, and I didn’t want to leave.

**Final Thoughts:**
Reading *Immortal* was an unforgettable experience. The story is a masterful blend of romance, action, and political intrigue that swept me off my feet. If you love enemies-to-lovers dynamics, richly detailed worlds, and strong heroines, this book is an absolute must-read. Sue Lynn Tan has earned a permanent spot on my bookshelf, and I can’t wait to explore her other works.

*Immortal* is not just a book—it’s an experience. If you’re considering picking it up, I can’t recommend it enough. I promise, you won’t regret it.

Beautifully captivating! I loved being back in the lush DOTMG world. This book had me hooked with its forbidden magic and political intrigue. I really loved the characters too, Liyen was headstrong and clever which I love in a female lead, and I loved the dynamic between her and Zhangwei. Yet another brilliant read from Sue Lynn Tan.

I really loved this book, I thought the writing was beautiful and the story captivating, the action & romance had me hooked and on the edge of my seat, but the political side of the story gives it balance , it’s just fantastic reading

I really enjoyed this.
Sue Lynn Tan's writing is easily digestible however without fail can transport you to another world. I loved the characters in this and the twists and turns that the story took!
I could happily read more books from this world!
Well paced and thoroughly enjoyable!

This is a DNF 5% in. I already tried reading Daughter of the Moon Goddess by this author and also DNFed it, and this one feels very disjointed, just like her debut did. I don't like her writing style, I don't think it flows very well and reads overall very clunky. I also felt like things were moving very quickly from the start, which I usually don't mind, but adding my other issues, it was making me want to sleep, just like the other one did, so I just don't think this author is for me.

Sue Lynn Tan weaves a stunning world of magic, mythology, and emotion in Immortal. Serving as a sequel to Daughter of the Moon Goddess, the book picks up seamlessly where the first left off.
The story follows Xingyin as she faces new challenges that test her courage, loyalty, and the bonds of love.
Tan paints vivid pictures of the immortal realms, from dazzling palaces to enchanted landscapes, immersing readers in a rich and magical setting.
The character development is exceptional. Xingyin remains a complex and relatable heroine. The relationships, particularly those with Liwei and other returning and new characters, are deeply layered and full of emotional tension.
Some parts of the story can feel slow due to the extensive descriptions. However, these moments also enhance the epic scope of the narrative, allowing readers to fully appreciate the beauty and depth of the world Tan has created.
Immortal is a worthy sequel that expands on the world and characters introduced in Daughter of the Moon Goddess. It’s a captivating read for fans of mythology, fantasy.

Immortal is a classic Enemies to Lovers standalone set in the beautiful Celestial Kingdom world.

Overall I enjoyed this book, I thought the writing was beautiful and the story captivating, but the pace was all over the place and this made it really difficult for me to read through. It starts off fast, and then slows, and picks up again, and carries on like this going up & down throughout the book. I found the political parts where it slowed down a little dull and sluggish to read. However, the faster paced action & romance packed chapters had me hooked.

Sue Lynn Tan really is a stunning writer, with beautiful world building full of sensory details.
I really loved the tension between Liyen & The God of War, and despite her physical weaknesses I found Liyens character strong and inspiring, her passion for her Kingdoms freedom and the safety of her people truly heroic.

A brand new Romantasy with immortal Gods, plenty of suspense and intrigue, action and romance that will take your breath away. A young woman who has been sickly for most of her life, finds herself thrust into the role of leader after her Grandfather dies. The Immortal God of War seems like the easiest person to blame, so when she finds herself invited to the land of the Immortals to re pledge her people to them, she takes the opportunity to spy on him. What she did not expect was to find herself falling for him. Things however are not so simple, or as they seem, and fate takes her back home again, to her people. Danger is all around as the race that the Immortals banished are after her, and they will stop at nothing to get what they want, The God of War may be her best all in this fight. Their attraction is palpable and all consuming. This story is fantastical, well written and chock full of magic, creatures of legend and characters you will love and hate. I enjoyed it immensely and could not put it down. I think I have found a new must read author!

Thank you so much to NetGalley and harper Voyager UK for an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.

I was so excited to return to the Immortal world Sue Lynn Tan had created with new faces and was not disappointed! I loved the God of War's personality, I loved how our perception of him was slowly changed as we got to know him. The twists and turns kept me guessing and while I had my own theories I really wasn't sure where we were going with the story. The revelations at the end were a surprise and wonderful and I am just a little disappointed it's a stand alone

A brand new Romantasy with immortal Gods, plenty of suspense and intrigue, action and romance that will take your breath away. A young woman who has been sickly for most of her life, finds herself thrust into the role of leader after her Grandfather dies. The Immortal God of War seems like the easiest person to blame, so when she finds herself invited to the land of the Immortals to re pledge her people to them, she takes the opportunity to spy on him. What she did not expect was to find herself falling for him. Things however are not so simple, or as they seem, and fate takes her back home again, to her people. Danger is all around as the race that the Immortals banished are after her, and they will stop at nothing to get what they want, The God of War may be her best all in this fight. Their attraction is palpable and all consuming. This story is fantastical, well written and chock full of magic, creatures of legend and characters you will love and hate. I enjoyed it immensely and could not put it down. I think I have found a new must read author!

I loved how this book started off, the pacing was great and I loved that we got straight into the story but then I felt like the book went a bit too fast to the extent that parts of it just weren't fleshed out enough.

Would've loved to have seen more in Zhang Wei and Liyen's past but I felt like it was just glossed over but ultimately this was a fun read and I enjoyed it

After being addicted to the duology of Daughter of The Moon Goddess, I certainly will not miss out on the latest stand-alone fantasy romance from this author.

The story follows Liyen,The Lady of Tianxia, who has an illness that makes her constantly tired. To cure her, her grandfather steals Divine Pearl Lotus from the Immortal Queen. Upon her grandfather's death, Liyen is running away from Tianxia and meets the God of War (Zhang Wei). While he is the enemy, Zhang Wei saved Liyen's life. 

You will feel from the very beginning of the story that there is love in the air between both of them.
The suspense build, the romance, and the unexpected twists are just fantastic.
There is no love triangle in this story like the author's other book, but there is a political intrigue and also a burning love between two souls hindered by their duty. 

If you are a huge fan of the 'enemies-to-lovers’ trope in the fantasy genre, then this book is a must-read for you.

This was my first book by Sue Lynn Tan and I can definitely say that I will be picking up more of her work. I ended up loving this book so much more than I expected. I love her way of writing and the world building throughout the story alongside her way of intertwining politics with plot. I was constantly on the edge of my seat by the pacing and unexpected plot twists. The way everything clicked was something else I adored about Sue Lynn Tan’s writing. In the end, everything made sense, all the characters' decisions and the arguments. And Liyen's ultimate choice? was very fulfilling and in line with her character development throughout the book. I also absolutely love the banter and the slow burning romance between Liyen and Zhangwei.

Thank you so much to HarperCollins UK, and netgalley for sending me this ARC in exchange for an honest opinion.

Yet again Sue Lynn Tan has done it! I loved Liyen and her quest to save her kingdom.

Yes, bits were predictable. You knew from the moment they met that she and the God of War would be together. I knew somehow that he was familiar with her although didnt see the ending coming.

I love Lynn Tan's character building and word creation - it is easy going - like slipping back into a conversation with an old friend.

🌸 ☁️ 𝐼𝓂𝓂𝑜𝓇𝓉𝒶𝓁 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝑒, 𝒲𝒶𝓇, 𝒶𝓃𝒹 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝒲𝑒𝒾𝑔𝒽𝓉 𝑜𝒻 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝐻𝑒𝒶𝓋𝑒𝓃𝓈 ☁️ 🌸

“What the gods did not give us, I would take.”

Liyen, heir to the kingdom of Tianxia, has always known her duty: ascend the throne and renew her kingdom’s servitude to the immortals who once saved them from a deadly enemy. But when she is poisoned, her grandfather’s desperate act to save her life—a theft of an enchanted lotus—incites the wrath of the immortal queen. Furious at the betrayal, she commands the God of War to punish Tianxia.

Following her grandfather’s death, Liyen inherits a throne shadowed by danger and vows to end Tianxia’s servitude to the immortals. Summoned to the Immortal Realm, she seizes the chance to uncover their secrets and form a precarious alliance. Her greatest challenge? The fearsome, unyielding God of War, whose presence stirs a forbidden attraction she can’t afford to embrace.

As darker forces rise and her kingdom faces unparalleled threats, Liyen must decide how far she is willing to go—and what she is willing to lose—to protect her people and take control of her destiny.


Sue Lynn Tan proves once again that she’s the queen of Chinese mythology. I’ve been a fan since her Celestial Kingdom duology, where I first fell in love with her exquisite writing, and Immortal does not disappoint.

The writing was stunning, with every word immersing me further into the world she’s crafted. I felt every emotion alongside the characters—there wasn’t a single moment where I wasn’t completely invested. The chemistry between Liyen and Zhangwei was magnetic, the slow burn was masterfully done, and I’m utterly obsessed with this couple.

I couldn’t stop turning the pages, hooked on the story as it developed with unexpected twists and heart pounding tension. This is one of those books where, even with only 50 pages left, you have no idea how everything will unfold.

The world building was breathtakingly vivid. Even while on the treadmill at the gym, I felt as though I was part of Liyen’s world. And Aunt Shou—what a fascinating side character! Her layered, double-edged personality added so much intrigue to the story.

If you love lush writing, immersive mythology, and slow-burn romance, Immortal is a must-read.

📅 Immortal was released on January 7, 2025.

Special thanks to NetGalley, Sue Lynn Tan, and HarperCollins UK, HarperFiction for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Immortal is the newest Sue Lynn Tan book and ever since reading Daughter of the Moon Goddess, I’m excited to read everything from this author. This book is Liyen and Zhangwei’s story and it’s such a good enemies-to-lovers one.
 
Liyen is the heir of Tianxia and she does everything to protect her kingdom and to become a good ruler. I love strong female characters and Liyen totally is one and I found it super interesting how she got powers from a lotus flower. She is strong, intelligent, and durable. When she is summoned to the Immortal Realm, she forms an alliance with no other than the God of War Zhangwei himself and from their first meeting you can feel the sparks between them.
 
Zhangwei is a powerful and ruthless god, and a lot of people fear him. He is very misunderstood, and I loved discovering more of him with each page and he has such a loving and devoted side as well. His job is to annihilate Tianxia but he finds so much more in this book.
 
These two come from two completely different worlds and their relationship shouldn’t be but their chemistry is undeniably. The romance was rather slow but that only intensified the longing these characters had for each other, and they become each other’s everything. One of my favorite parts was how Zhangwei would do anything, even burning the whole world down to ensure Liyen happiness. I adored them together and it’s such a great romantasy. The only thing I have to say is that the beginning is a bit difficult to get into this story and I needed a good 100 pages to arrive in the story but then I absolutely loved it.
 
If you’re looking for a phenomenal romantasy enemies-to-lovers standalone, you need to check out Immortal. 4,5 stars.
 
(Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an arc.)