The Sun King

"The Sun King" by Gaston Derreaux, transports readers to a fantastical ancient world gripped by moral decay and divine intervention. The story centers on the clash between the old god Mazda's followers and the ruthless King So-qi, a figure embodying his people's corruption in the city of Oas. A virgin named Too-che miraculously gives birth to Zarathustra, a child prophesied to challenge So-qi's oppressive rule. Facing execution, Too-che seeks shelter with Chojon, a songmaker who loves her, as Zarathustra's extraordinary nature and foretelling of a new order become apparent. After suffering tragedy and the king's massacre of innocent children, So-qi is overthrown, and Asha, a wise philosopher, steps in, leading the people to embrace a faith centered on Zarathustra, turning them away from their idolatry and savagery.