Raven of the Inner Palace (Light Novel) Vol. 1 by Kouko Shirakawa, Ayuko (Illustrator)

A tale of dark magic and court intrigue in a setting inspired by historical China—now an anime!

Deep within the palace’s walls lives the secluded and mysterious Raven Consort. Some say she is an old woman, while others claim she is young and beautiful. What all stories agree upon is that she has the power to exorcise spirits, lay fatal curses, and find lost objects—for a price. When the young emperor arrives at the door of the Raven Consort seeking magical assistance, his request could shake up the palace…or perhaps even the entire kingdom.