Richland, Washington, Author Publishes New Novel

"Opal Moom", a new book by Kiana Sim, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.

The land of China is under the rule of Emperor K'ang-his. As an upright and efficient leader, he favors his fourth son, Yin-chen, a young man of upstanding character, over his corrupt heir apparent, Yin-jeng, who brings nothing but trouble to the family. The latest is an attempt by Yin-jeng on the life of Opal Moon, a teenage orphan girl whom Yin-chen rescues with the aid of his chamberlain.

Captivated by Opal Moon's beauty, he takes her under his care and presents her as a boy to ensure her safety as his ward. But the pretense cannot suppress their feelings and they eventually give in to their hearts' desires, setting off a course of events they could not have foreseen.

About the Author:
Kiana Sim was born in Southeast Asia, where she spent her teenage years. She pursued her schooling in Paris before going to America, where she attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She completed her studies, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in education and foreign language from Barry University in Miami, Florida. Over the years, writing has been her most satisfying endeavor, and a contemporary "mild" thriller is her next project. She currently resides in the state of Washington.

"Opal Moon" is a 180-page paperback with a retail price of $20.00. The ISBN is 978-1-4349-1218-3. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For more information, or to request a review copy, please go to our virtual pressroom at www.dorrancepressroom.com or our online bookstore at www.dorrancebookstore.com.