The Monkey King's Apprentice

<p><strong>A lost artifact. A forgotten legend. A battle between worlds.</strong></p><p>Twelve-year-old Esther Wong never imagined that an ordinary day in Toronto would change her life forever. But when she inherits an ancient vessel from her mysterious neighbor she unwittingly becomes the key to a long-lost legacy—one that stretches across dimensions and binds her fate to the legendary Monkey King himself.</p><p>As Esther grapples with strange visions and encounters mythical creatures lurking in the city’s shadows the vessel’s power awakens forces that should have remained buried. Dark spirits from Chinese folklore the yaoguai are stirring—drawn by the energy she now carries.</p><p>When a sudden attack thrusts Esther into another world—a land of enchanted forests forgotten ruins and ancient warriors—she must learn to navigate this unfamiliar realm. Guided by a cunning yet enigmatic monkey she embarks on a perilous quest to unlock the vessel’s secrets before the yaoguai claim its power for themselves.</p><p>But as echoes of the past intertwine with the present Esther soon realizes that her destiny is more entwined with the Monkey King’s than she ever imagined. If she is to survive she must embrace the magic within her and uncover the truth behind a legend that has endured for centuries.</p><p><strong>A thrilling adventure filled with magic mythology and self-discovery <em>The Monkey King’s Apprentice</em> is perfect for fans of <em>Percy Jackson</em> <em>The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea</em> and <em>Journey to the West</em>—a tale where ancient magic meets modern-day courage.</strong></p>