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# The Sword of Kaigen

From [Best Books I Read in 2023 (So Far...)](https://listium.com/@capturedinwords/93879/best-books-i-read-in-2023-so-far)  
By [Jay Kennedy (@capturedinwords)](https://listium.com/@capturedinwords)

List stats: 553 views · 0 likes · 0 followers  
Published 9 November 2023 · Updated 13 December 2023

Category: books & literature

- Cover: ![Cover](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/rinzozrid6v4svatyzlg.jpg)
- Author: M.L. Wang
- Genre: Fantasy, Martial Arts
- Goodreads: [https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/41886271](https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/41886271)
- Goodreads Rating: 4.46
- Remarks: Standalone book, emotional with a blend of fantasy martial arts and magic.
- Jay's Thoughts: This is probably my favorite standalone book right now. It's an emotional ride about love and loss, blending fantasy and martial arts in a way that really moved me.
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- Shop Here: [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MNWKF2M](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MNWKF2M?tag=listium03-20)