When the Sea Turned to Silver

This book is a companion novel to Where the Mountain Meets the Moon and Starry River of the Sky, sharing the same world and some recurring characters, but it can be read independently without needing to read the others first.

The story draws heavily from Chinese folklore, particularly tales of the Monkey King and other figures from classic Chinese mythology, weaving them into a new narrative.

This book was awarded a Newbery Honor in 2017, recognizing its distinguished contribution to American literature for children.