In a kingdom where no one dares to smile at a parade,
where statues grow ears and the sky itself is forbidden-
a trembling king silences the world... to quiet his own fear.
This is the story of one small, bitter man who rose to power by crushing voices, rewriting truth, and marching his people into darkness.
It's not about anyone in particular.
And yet, it's about someone you already know.
Told in the style of a fairy tale but written for readers aged 13 and up,
King Lo Hui blends dark satire with haunting illustrations to expose how tyranny takes root-not through strength, but through weakness wrapped in fear.
If you still believe stories can speak truth when the world won't... this one is for you.
For teens, adults, and anyone brave enough to read between the lines.