The Night Ends with Fire is the first book in The Dragon Spirit Duology by K. X. Song, published by Ace (Penguin Random House). This sweeping fantasy adventure, inspired by the legend of Mulan, follows Meilin, a young woman who disguises herself as a boy and enlists in the imperial army to escape an arranged marriage and her father's opium addiction.

Set against a backdrop of warring Three Kingdoms, the story blends wuxia-inspired action with romance and magic as Meilin discovers visions of a sea dragon spirit offering true power at a deadly price. She must navigate loyalty, love, and ambition while the fate of the kingdoms hangs in the balance. The novel is an instant New York Times and USA Today bestseller.

The paperback edition contains 464 pages and measures 5-3/16 x 8 inches. ISBN: 9780593641538.