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Chance Edgerly
September 09, 2024

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The View of the Phoenix Trees launches September 16th. I wanted to take this opportunity to give you a deep dive into the story.

Discover a tale of love, survival, and mythic legacy...

In The View of the Phoenix Trees, a charismatic, risk-taking gambler and a small yet indomitable matriarch defy the odds, finding love and creating a family in a world on the brink of chaos. But when war and persecution threaten to tear them apart, they must confront the impossible, embarking on a perilous journey to protect the ones they love.

Their struggle is echoed by the Vietnamese myth of the Dragon King Lac Long Quan and the Fairy Princess Au Co, whose legendary love and sacrifices birthed a natation. As past and present collide, The View of the Phoenix Trees weaves a powerful narrative of courage, resilience, and the extraordinary lengths we go to keep our families safe.

A Family Tale

This story is rooted in real events that shaped my family's history. During the Vietnam War, my family endured immense hardships, including exile and spending six months on a boat. This is a documented historical fact. After the war, rising tensions between China and Vietnam led to the expulsion of Chinese immigrants from Vietnam, including my mother’s family. Known as 'the Ho People,' they were part of a mass exodus by boat, eventually finding refuge in a camp in Macao for two years before arriving in the UK.

In this story, I’ve intertwined a retelling of the Vietnamese ‘Creation’ myth with the true journey of my grandparents, drawing parallels between their experiences and the mythological narrative. This blend of historical fact and mythological fiction highlights the resilience and determination of those who lived through these events.

This is my mother’s family history, the legacy of how they came to the UK. Although I’m not very close with my family, creating this story has given me a deeper connection to our past. I’ve always overheard this story growing up, and it stayed with me because it’s such a powerful tale. I chose to share it through comic panels and pages, bringing this remarkable journey to life.

Who Will Love VoTPT?

This story has broad appeal, attracting anyone who enjoys a compelling narrative. Fans of classic comic book superheroes will be drawn to the fantastical, mythological elements, such as the Dragon King, while those in search of more mature themes will appreciate the real-life drama that delves into human struggles. The book ha the potential to reach beyond the typical comic book audience, resonating with a wider readership due to its diverse themes.  It explores universal themes-ranging from epic concepts like war, fate, and persecution to deeply personal ones like love, family, and sibling bonds. Lovers of Maus and Watchmen alike will enjoy this story.

Product

This is the first issue of a historical-biographical four issue miniseries, weaving fantasy elements. The book has 24 story pages and boasts a thicker, higher quality cover paper. Other features available in the campaign include:

  • 4 Covers to choose from, and available in Metal or Holo-foil

  • Loads of bonus behind-the-scenes material

  • Personalized poems from the author

  • A digital bundle of original short stories

  • An original sound track that accompanies the book

  • Free US shipping

  • + So much more!

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