The Wrath and the Dawn

Re-read Aug. 2017
Still really enjoyed this book. I felt the love did take longer to grow this time although I still don't know what drew her to him.
Also, kinda confused about the ending.... probably ran through that too quickly annndddd of course I already returned the book before I could process it!!
Downloaded the sequel so I'll actually read it this time!
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Wow where are the words to talk about this book.
Firstly, I should mention that I was/am a huge fan of 1,001 Nights. Seriously amazing read so, when I heard this series was inspired by that then, I knew I had to give it a shot.

Definitely NOT disappointed!! Was it as great as I've worked 1,001 Nights in my head? Nah, but without comparison I think it really can stand on it's own.

The story is quite amazing even though the reader is already told of the secrets–mostly. The actual conflicts are quite interesting. The flow of things is done quite well and I wasn't bored at all with the book. There are down points but, I feel those are needed in a story. Ups and down, fast and slow as a way to keep the reader interested.

The characters... they have such life. I love Shazi – strong female who can hold her own but, isn't afraid to love. Jalal and Despina are other favorites of mine.

Romance-wise... I feel like I have too high of expectations for a blooming love. So, ignoring how fast I thought love was formed, I did enjoy it. The coming to terms with it and what love meant between the two characters.

I'm so excited to read the sequel, I really can't wait!