{"title":"Series: Dreamblood","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of the 'Dreamblood' series, a captivating blend of Sci-Fi and Fantasy by N.K. Jemisin. This series transports readers to an ancient, mystical land where dreams hold power and danger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection includes two mesmerising books, \u003cem\u003eThe Killing Moon\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Shadowed Sun\u003c\/em\u003e. Set in the exotic city-state of Gujaareh, where the priests of the dreaming god harvest the power of dreams, these tales weave a rich tapestry of mystery, intrigue, and magic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Killing Moon\u003c\/em\u003e invites you into a world where dream magic can heal or kill. 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