Singapore publisher Rosmei launched preorders and revealed the covers for their upcoming English releases of two series’ second volumes: Drowning Sorrows in Raging Fire Vol. 2 and Kaleidoscope of Death Vol. 2. [Source: 1, 2]
The preorder period for both volumes spans from May 3, 2025 to June 2, 2025, with volumes expected to ship by September 20, 2025 for Kaleidoscope of Death and September 30, 2025 for Drowning Sorrows in Raging Fire.
Drowning Sorrows in Raging Fire Vol. 2
Drowning Sorrows in Raging Fire Vol. 2 is scheduled for release on September 30, 2025. He Zhi Shan Chuan, Luza, and Han Zhi Zhi are credited as illustrators for the dust jacket and front cover. The English translation for Drowning Sorrows In Raging Fire is being done by Yog.
There are two options available for ordering the book, with the bonus bundled items varying between the two: the Regular Edition and the M-Edition (“Merch Edition”). Both editions are being sold under a single ISBN, so buyers should take extra care to choose the version they prefer when ordering online. Those who preorder within the designated window of time for the regular edition, and from participating retailers, will receive a printed author’s autograph postcard, a bookmark, and a chibi card. The M-Edition comes with a printed author’s autograph postcard, an acrylic standee, a bookmark, a chibi card, a PVC card, and a shikishi board.
Preorders for Drowning Sorrows in Raging Fire Vol. 2 are currently available from the following retailers:
Kaleidoscope of Death Vol. 2
Kaleidoscope of Death Vol. 2 is scheduled for release on September 20, 2025. Beihuan, Daotian Xuetu, and Qingqiu are credited as illustrators for the cover and dust jacket, with the English translation provided by Golden Pavilion.
Those who preorder within the designated window of time, and from participating retailers, will receive additional bonus items including a printed author’s autograph postcard, a mini blooper paper, a mini poster, and a bookmark.
Preorders for Kaleidoscope of Death Vol. 2 are currently available from the following retailers:
All international buyers must go through Group Orders, forwarding services, or independant partnered retailers, as Rosmei’s publishing license only allows them to sell within Singapore. Their books are not available for purchase at North American retailers such Barnes & Noble, Indigo/Chapters, or Amazon.
Drowning Sorrows in Raging Fire (烈火浇愁) is a danmei webnovel series written by prolific author priest. It originally began serialization on JJWXC in 2018, and underwent significant revisions by the author in 2020; the latter of which is the version available to publishers. It has inspired a donghua adaptation, a manhua adaptation (discontinued), and an audio drama.
Rosmei does not provide summaries for any of their licensed series. The following summary is from DanmeiNews’ series catalog entry:
Three thousand years ago, Sheng Lingyuan leapt into the Crimson Abyss and used his life to seal away the evil yao race. He reawakens in the modern era and makes the acquaintance of Xuan Ji, the director of a government agency that manages supernatural disaster relief. They must work together to unravel a conspiracy that threatens to doom humanity.
priest’s other works include Guardian: Zhen Hun, Stars of Chaos: Sha Po Lang, and Faraway Wanderers: Tian Ya Ke, on which the popular live-action drama Word of Honor was based.
Kaleidoscope of Death (死亡万花筒) is a danmei webnovel series by author Xi Zi Xu. It was serialized on JJWXC in 2018, and ran for 147 chapters. It has inspired a live-action adaptation (known as The Spirealm), as well as an audio drama adaptation.
Rosmei does not provide summaries for their licensed series. The following summary is from DanmeiNews’ series catalog entry:
First, Lin Qiushi’s cat wouldn’t let him cuddle it. Then, he pushes open a door and finds himself in an ominous corridor with twelve iron gates. Then, he meets the mysterious and pompous Ruan Nanzhu. Lin Qiushi’s life only gets tougher from there.
