The Child Emperor Novel

Following the sudden deaths of three consecutive Emperors, an overlooked prince ascends to the throne against all expectations. The young ruler immediately faces mortal threats from every direction within the imperial court. The Empress Dowager seeks to depose him in favor of a younger, more malleable successor who will bend to her will. His half-brother challenges his legitimacy, claiming the throne was stolen from its rightful heir. Even the palace staff refuses to acknowledge his authority, dismissing him as an illegitimate sovereign. Isolated and surrounded by enemies who question his right to rule, the Child Emperor must rely on his own wits and cunning to survive the treacherous web of court politics. With no allies and his life constantly at risk, he alone must navigate the deadly intrigues that threaten to destroy him.