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Saara El-Arifi

    Deze auteur creëert verhalen die diep geworteld zijn in de verkenning van identiteit en culturele intersexualiteit, puttend uit een rijk persoonlijk erfgoed. Haar werk duikt in de complexiteit van ergens bij horen en navigeren in diverse sociale landschappen, waarbij ze vaak de ervaring weerspiegelt van het vinden van haar eigen stem te midden van verschillende werelden. Lezers zullen verhalen vinden die resoneren met themaën van zelfontdekking en de impactvolle aard van ecologische en sociale veranderingen. Haar onderscheidende aanpak belooft een boeiende en tot nadenken stemmende literaire reis.

    Cursebound
    The Ending Fire
    Cursebound: THE HEART-WRENCHING SEQUEL TO THE INSTANT #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING ROMANTASY FAEBOUND
    The Final Strife
    The Ending Fire Trilogy - 1: The Final Strife
    The Battle Drum
    • Murder. Secrets. Sacrifice. Anoor is the first blue-blooded ruler of the Wardens' Empire. When she is accused of a murder she didn't commit, she must solve the mystery to save her reign. Her beloved, Sylah, braves new lands to find a solution for the hurricane that threatens to destroy her home. But should she sacrifice her old life to raise her sword once more? The spy, Hassa, finds herself on a trail of crimes in the city. Her search uncovers the true extent of the empire's atrocities. The three women find their answers - but at what cost to their world? BOOK TWO IN THE ENDING FIRE TRILOGY 'Epic, gripping, and searing' Sue Lynn Tan

      The Battle Drum
      4,4
    • The Ending Fire Trilogy - 1: The Final Strife

      A Novel

      • 608bladzijden
      • 22 uur lezen

      In this visionary fantasy trilogy rooted in African and Arabian mythology, three women unite against a tyrannical empire that divides society by blood. The elite possess red blood, signifying magic and control, while blue blood belongs to the oppressed and clear blood to the enslaved. Sylah, once hopeful for a future in the resistance, is shattered after witnessing her family's murder. Anoor, deemed a disappointment by her powerful mother, finds unexpected passion with Sylah that could ignite a revolution. Hassa, who navigates the world as an invisible figure, understands the power of secrecy and joins Sylah and Anoor in their fight. Together, they aim to transform their society, as the empire's trials for new leaders set the stage for conflict, power shifts, and destruction. This tale explores rebellion, love, and the courage to confront tyranny, showcasing a world where there are no Chosen Ones, only choices that shape destinies. The first installment of a trilogy, it promises to be a transformative journey filled with danger and hope. Don’t miss the subsequent books in the Ending Fire Trilogy: THE FINAL STRIFE, THE BATTLE DRUM, and THE ENDING FIRE.

      The Ending Fire Trilogy - 1: The Final Strife
      4,3
    • THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Epic in scope, its worldbuilding as intricate as filigree,THE FINAL STRIFE sings of rebellion, love, and the courage it takes to stand up to tyranny' Samantha Shannon, bestselling author of THE PRIORY OF THE ORANGE TREE [Bokinfo].

      The Final Strife
      4,3
    • Cursed by love.Bound by hope.Yeeran and Lettle are no longer prisoners to the fae court, but now they’re bound by the shackles of their hearts …Yeeran was born for war but is unprepared for love. She has left her new lover, the Queen of the fae, to return to her homeland, only to find that her former lover now threatens war against the fae.Left behind, her sister Lettle is determined to break the curse that binds the fae to their realm. When a stranger appears in the city, Lettle is convinced he’s the key. But the Fates that once spoke to her have fallen silent.Can Lettle and Yeeran discover the secret behind the curse – and unite these two worlds before they destroy each other?

      Cursebound: THE HEART-WRENCHING SEQUEL TO THE INSTANT #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING ROMANTASY FAEBOUND
      4,2
    • The Ending Fire

      • 480bladzijden
      • 17 uur lezen

      The concluding installment of this bestselling fantasy trilogy delivers a thrilling resolution to the characters' journeys and the overarching conflict. Readers can expect intense action, intricate world-building, and emotional depth as beloved protagonists face their ultimate challenges. Themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the struggle between good and evil are explored, culminating in a satisfying and dramatic finale that ties together the series' threads and leaves a lasting impact on fans of the genre.

      The Ending Fire
      4,0
    • Cursebound

      • 496bladzijden
      • 18 uur lezen

      The sequel continues the captivating journey from the bestselling FaeBound, delving deeper into a world filled with magic, intrigue, and complex characters. As the protagonist faces new challenges and unravels deeper mysteries, themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle between light and dark are explored. The enchanting narrative promises to expand on the rich lore established in the first book, drawing readers further into a beautifully crafted universe where every choice holds significant consequences.

      Cursebound
      3,9
    • THE INSTANT #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'A romantic fantasy of epic proportions, crackling with magic and passion' SAMANTHA SHANNON, bestselling author of The Priory of the Orange Tree 'A devastatingly romantic and breathtaking fantasy - opulent and sweeping, this book is unforgettable' TASHA SURI, award-winning author of The Jasmine Throne 'A stunning new spin on fae that will leave you gasping . . . an epic romance that's brimming with heart' KATE DYLAN, bestselling author of Mindwalker 'The most imaginative take on a steamy faerie court I've read in forever, with a cascade of epic twists' LAURA STEVEN, award-winning author of The Society for Soulless Girls DIVIDED BY BLOOD. IMPRISONED BY FATE. BOUND BY DESIRE. WELCOME TO THE INTOXICATING WORLD OF THE FAE. Yeeran is a warrior in the elven army and has known nothing but violence her whole life. Her sister, Lettle, is trying to make a living as a diviner, seeking prophecies of a better future. When a fatal mistake leads to Yeeran's exile from the Elven lands, they are both forced into the terrifying wilderness beyond their borders. There they encounter the impossible: the fae court. The fae haven't been seen for a millennium. But now Yeeran and Lettle are thrust into their seductive world - torn between their loyalty to each other, their elven homeland, and their hearts. . . DISCOVER THE DEVASTATINGLY ROMANTIC EPIC FANTASY READERS ARE GIVING FIVE STARS - AND THEIR HEARTS...

      Faebound
      3,5
    • Kleopatra

      Roman einer Königin

      • 400bladzijden
      • 14 uur lezen

      Dieser atemberaubende Roman erzählt das Leben der ehemals mächtigsten Frau der Welt: Kleopatra, die letzte altägyptische Königin, war eine Pharaonin, Ehefrau, Mutter – und eine Herrscherin mit unermesslicher Macht. Ihr Tod ist legendenumwoben, ihr Leben sagenhaft. Mit gerade einmal 19 Jahren besteigt sie nach dem Tod ihres Vaters den Thron eines Weltreichs, nicht ahnend, welche ungeheuerlichen Herausforderungen von diesem Moment an ihr Leben bestimmen sollten. Bestsellerautorin Saara El-Arifi erzählt das Leben der Kleopatra jetzt erstmals aus ihrer eigenen Sicht: ein einzigartiges Leseabenteuer und ein Manifest von Macht, Liebe und dem unbezwingbaren Geist einer wahren Königin, die sich den Zwängen ihrer Zeit widersetzte.

      Kleopatra
    • Cursebound

      Imprisoned by Fate

      • 480bladzijden
      • 17 uur lezen

      Band 2 der magischen Battle of the Drumfire-Trilogie über zwei Schwestern, gefangen in der berauschenden Welt der Fae, in der Liebe und Tod gefährlich nah beieinanderliegen Yeerans Weg führt sie aus dem Exil zurück zu ihrem Elfenvolk, wo sie auf Salawa trifft, das Oberhaupt und zugleich ihre ehemalige Geliebte. Ungläubig lauscht diese Yeerans Bericht über das Reich der Fae, begleitet sie aber schließlich nach Mosima. Doch kann Yeeran ihr trauen? Lettle und Rayan befinden sich währenddessen bei den Fae, wo sie nur knapp einem Attentat entkommen und ihrerseits die Flucht ergreifen. Das Schicksal führt Lettle und Yeeran wieder zueinander. Gemeinsam schwören sie, den Fluch der Fae zu brechen, um diese vor dem Untergang zu bewahren. Die Schwestern müssen sich zwischen Liebe und Pflichterfüllung entscheiden, während der Krieg zwischen den Fae und den Elfen ihre Welt immer mehr zu verschlingen droht.

      Cursebound