Ahdieh's writing is absolutely stunning. I was hooked from the first page. It is very lyrical and creates the atmosphere of an Arabian tale. She took a familiar story and made it more complex and unique. Unlike in the original fairy tale, Khalid is not simply a cruel monster to whom the lives of young women mean nothing. His back story is more complex and is gradually revealed in the book. Ahdieh spins a beautiful plot that has romance, betrayal, politics, magic, friendship and difficult family relationships. Her characters are multifaceted and interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed the book, and highly recommend it.
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Tuesday, July 14, 2015
"The Wrath and the Dawn" by Renee Ahdieh
Ahdieh's writing is absolutely stunning. I was hooked from the first page. It is very lyrical and creates the atmosphere of an Arabian tale. She took a familiar story and made it more complex and unique. Unlike in the original fairy tale, Khalid is not simply a cruel monster to whom the lives of young women mean nothing. His back story is more complex and is gradually revealed in the book. Ahdieh spins a beautiful plot that has romance, betrayal, politics, magic, friendship and difficult family relationships. Her characters are multifaceted and interesting. I thoroughly enjoyed the book, and highly recommend it.
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I just recently read this book too. I really enjoyed Khalid's backstory, I did guess what the secret would be but I still really enjoyed it! I am glad you liked it too.
ReplyDeleteI just recently read this book too. I really enjoyed Khalid's backstory, I did guess what the secret would be but I still really enjoyed it! I am glad you liked it too.
ReplyDeleteYes! cannot wait for the next book.
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