4.1
Unga vuxna
An instant New York Times bestseller!
The first in a gripping fantasy duology inspired by West African folklore in which a grieving crown princess and a desperate refugee find themselves on a collision course to murder each other despite their growing attraction—from debut author Roseanne A. Brown. This New York Times bestseller is perfect for fans of Tomi Adeyemi, Renée Ahdieh, and Sabaa Tahir.
For Malik, the Solstasia festival is a chance to escape his war-stricken home and start a new life with his sisters in the prosperous desert city of Ziran. But when a vengeful spirit abducts his younger sister, Nadia, as payment to enter the city, Malik strikes a fatal deal—kill Karina, Crown Princess of Ziran, for Nadia’s freedom.
But Karina has deadly aspirations of her own. Her mother, the Sultana, has been assassinated; her court threatens mutiny; and Solstasia looms like a knife over her neck. Grief-stricken, Karina decides to resurrect her mother through ancient magic . . . requiring the beating heart of a king. And she knows just how to obtain one: by offering her hand in marriage to the victor of the Solstasia competition.
When Malik rigs his way into the contest, they are set on a heart-pounding course to destroy each other. But as attraction flares between them and ancient evils stir, will they be able to see their tasks to the death?
"Magic creates a centuries-long divide between peoples in this stunning debut novel inspired by North African and West African folklore. An action-packed tale of injustice, magic, and romance, this novel immerses readers in a thrilling world and narrative reminiscent of Children of Blood and Bone." (Publishers Weekly, "An Anti-Racist Children's and YA Reading List")
Don't miss the second book in this epic duology, A Psalm of Storms and Silence!
© 2020 Balzer + Bray (Ljudbok): 9780063004436
Utgivningsdatum
Ljudbok: 2 juni 2020
4.1
Unga vuxna
An instant New York Times bestseller!
The first in a gripping fantasy duology inspired by West African folklore in which a grieving crown princess and a desperate refugee find themselves on a collision course to murder each other despite their growing attraction—from debut author Roseanne A. Brown. This New York Times bestseller is perfect for fans of Tomi Adeyemi, Renée Ahdieh, and Sabaa Tahir.
For Malik, the Solstasia festival is a chance to escape his war-stricken home and start a new life with his sisters in the prosperous desert city of Ziran. But when a vengeful spirit abducts his younger sister, Nadia, as payment to enter the city, Malik strikes a fatal deal—kill Karina, Crown Princess of Ziran, for Nadia’s freedom.
But Karina has deadly aspirations of her own. Her mother, the Sultana, has been assassinated; her court threatens mutiny; and Solstasia looms like a knife over her neck. Grief-stricken, Karina decides to resurrect her mother through ancient magic . . . requiring the beating heart of a king. And she knows just how to obtain one: by offering her hand in marriage to the victor of the Solstasia competition.
When Malik rigs his way into the contest, they are set on a heart-pounding course to destroy each other. But as attraction flares between them and ancient evils stir, will they be able to see their tasks to the death?
"Magic creates a centuries-long divide between peoples in this stunning debut novel inspired by North African and West African folklore. An action-packed tale of injustice, magic, and romance, this novel immerses readers in a thrilling world and narrative reminiscent of Children of Blood and Bone." (Publishers Weekly, "An Anti-Racist Children's and YA Reading List")
Don't miss the second book in this epic duology, A Psalm of Storms and Silence!
© 2020 Balzer + Bray (Ljudbok): 9780063004436
Utgivningsdatum
Ljudbok: 2 juni 2020
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Sara
1 aug. 2020
Such a brilliant book! Especially appreciate the way mental health/neurodivergence is incorporated in the protagonists and the storyline. And a refreshing grip on gender roles, without any sanctimonious manners. Just read it!
Ragne
30 mars 2021
Dette er en av de "jeg bryr meg ikke om hvorvidt resten av verden brenner og går til grunne så lenge jeg kan redde denne ene personen jeg vil"-historiene. Sånne historier skal sikkert være romantiske og oppbyggende, men er i virkeligheten bare irriterende fordi "heltene" er så grunnleggende egoistiske.Innleseren gjør en ganske god jobb. Damen høres ut som hun er skikkelig tett i nesen. Jeg hadde sikkert synes det var mindre irriterende dersom jeg hadde likt historien bedre.
Arno
31 juli 2020
So cool to read a YA fantasy book based on culture and folklore that isn't eurocentric for a change. The protagonists are complex and interesting interesting, and while I saw some plot points coming, I couldn't have possibly predicted the ending. Will definitely read the sequel when it comes out.
Cornelia
17 nov. 2021
Positivt överraskad! Starka karaktärer och fin världsuppbyggnad. Jag tyckte det var härligt med inslaget av afrikansk mytologi och en bra tolkning av mental ohälsa. Det enda som drar ner betyget lite var att den var lite svår att komma in i.
Tyra
24 aug. 2022
En skikkelig bra bok
Mariska
6 sep. 2021
Fantastisch
M
24 feb. 2021
Книга вызвала крайне смешанные чувства. Я начала заботиться о персонажах только под самый конец. Изначально история зацепила тем, что ни один герой не вызывал симпатию - необычное ощущение. И уже ближе к финалу мне правда стало интересно, что мотивирует персонажей, и чем дело закончится. Понравилось, как изменились главные герои, арки сделаны неплохо. Буду ждать вторую книгу, но у этой послевкусие тревоги.
Zoë
15 maj 2023
Loved the narration!
Gretchen
6 mars 2023
Wonderful fantasy romance. Great Universum. Lovely characters. Intense, and Intelligent.
Pontus
7 mars 2021
Långtråkig i början men spännande mot slutet.Välldigt annorlunda fantasy och det uppskattas!
Helhetsbetyg baserat på 268 betyg
Bladvändare
Nagelbitare
Oförutsägbar
Ladda ner appen för att vara med i snacket och lämna recensioner.
Visar 10 av 268
Sara
1 aug. 2020
Such a brilliant book! Especially appreciate the way mental health/neurodivergence is incorporated in the protagonists and the storyline. And a refreshing grip on gender roles, without any sanctimonious manners. Just read it!
Ragne
30 mars 2021
Dette er en av de "jeg bryr meg ikke om hvorvidt resten av verden brenner og går til grunne så lenge jeg kan redde denne ene personen jeg vil"-historiene. Sånne historier skal sikkert være romantiske og oppbyggende, men er i virkeligheten bare irriterende fordi "heltene" er så grunnleggende egoistiske.Innleseren gjør en ganske god jobb. Damen høres ut som hun er skikkelig tett i nesen. Jeg hadde sikkert synes det var mindre irriterende dersom jeg hadde likt historien bedre.
Arno
31 juli 2020
So cool to read a YA fantasy book based on culture and folklore that isn't eurocentric for a change. The protagonists are complex and interesting interesting, and while I saw some plot points coming, I couldn't have possibly predicted the ending. Will definitely read the sequel when it comes out.
Cornelia
17 nov. 2021
Positivt överraskad! Starka karaktärer och fin världsuppbyggnad. Jag tyckte det var härligt med inslaget av afrikansk mytologi och en bra tolkning av mental ohälsa. Det enda som drar ner betyget lite var att den var lite svår att komma in i.
Tyra
24 aug. 2022
En skikkelig bra bok
Mariska
6 sep. 2021
Fantastisch
M
24 feb. 2021
Книга вызвала крайне смешанные чувства. Я начала заботиться о персонажах только под самый конец. Изначально история зацепила тем, что ни один герой не вызывал симпатию - необычное ощущение. И уже ближе к финалу мне правда стало интересно, что мотивирует персонажей, и чем дело закончится. Понравилось, как изменились главные герои, арки сделаны неплохо. Буду ждать вторую книгу, но у этой послевкусие тревоги.
Zoë
15 maj 2023
Loved the narration!
Gretchen
6 mars 2023
Wonderful fantasy romance. Great Universum. Lovely characters. Intense, and Intelligent.
Pontus
7 mars 2021
Långtråkig i början men spännande mot slutet.Välldigt annorlunda fantasy och det uppskattas!
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