Our Violent Ends by Chloe Gong

“Our Violent Ends” is a young adult historical fantasy novel that is a standalone work. Set in 1927 Shanghai, it blends elements of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” with a fantastical and historical backdrop. The story follows Juliette Cai and Roma Montagov, two young heirs of rival gangster families, as they navigate a city filled with magic, intrigue, and forbidden love. The book explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the consequences of choices in a richly imagined historical setting.