***THE WORLD FANTASY AWARD WINNER*** A vengeful princess seeks to dethrone her brother, while a priestess searches for her family. Imprisoned by her tyrant brother, Malini is confined to the Hirana, a once-magnificent temple now reduced to decay. Priya, a maidservant, undertakes the perilous nightly journey to Malini's chambers, content to remain anonymous and protect her dangerous secret. However, when Malini accidentally discovers Priya's true identity, their fates become intertwined. This epic fantasy trilogy unfolds in a world inspired by Indian history and romance, where a captive princess and a maidservant with forbidden magic forge an unexpected alliance. The sapphic romance has captivated readers, becoming a sensation on Booktok. Critics praise it as a groundbreaking work in epic fantasy, with compelling characters and a gripping narrative. The novel is described as a fierce exploration of love's value and danger, leaving readers breathless. For more from the author, explore her other works, including The Burning Kingdoms and The Oleander Sword.
S. A. Chakraborty Book order (chronological)
S. A. Chakraborty crafts compelling narratives steeped in rich historical and political intrigue. Her storytelling excels at building intricate worlds and complex characters, exploring profound themes of power, identity, and cultural clashes. Readers are drawn into her immersive tales through vivid prose, suspenseful plotting, and a deep engagement with the human condition.





The Empire of Gold
- 782 pages
- 28 hours of reading
In the gripping conclusion of the Daevabad Trilogy, a con-woman and an idealistic djinn prince unite to save their magical kingdom from civil war. Daevabad has been ravaged, its magic stripped away. Banu Manizheh, the Nahid leader, and her resurrected commander, Dara, must mend their fragile alliance and bring stability to a divided people. However, the loss of Nahri has awakened Dara's darkest demons, forcing him to confront painful truths and seek mercy from former foes. Meanwhile, Nahri and Ali, having escaped their perilous pasts and Daevabad's treacherous politics, find themselves in Cairo, grappling with their own challenges. Nahri enjoys the comforts of her human life but is tormented by the fate of those she left behind, now under a new tyrant's rule. Ali, too, feels the pull of his homeland and is determined to return to save his city and family. As he seeks support in his mother's land, he uncovers a deeper connection to the marid that jeopardizes his relationship with Nahri and tests his faith. With peace slipping away and old adversaries resurfacing, Nahri, Ali, and Dara realize that to reshape their world, they may need to confront those they once loved and make amends for past wrongs.
The Kingdom of Copper
- 640 pages
- 23 hours of reading
S. A. Chakraborty continues the sweeping adventure begun in The City of Brass, immersing readers in a world where djinn wield flames and ancient magic flows through the waters. Nahri’s life was forever altered when she accidentally summoned Dara, a powerful djinn, propelling her from Cairo to the dazzling royal court of Daevabad. There, she must rely on her cunning to navigate the treacherous politics of a kingdom where her heritage is both a gift and a curse. With Daevabad reeling from a devastating battle, Nahri seeks a new path, aware that she is under the watchful eye of a king who occupies the throne once held by her family—any misstep could spell doom for her tribe. Meanwhile, Ali faces exile for opposing his father and is hunted by assassins across the harsh sands of his homeland. He must harness the unpredictable powers of the marid, the water spirits, but this could unearth dark family secrets. As the new century approaches and celebrations unfold within Daevabad's brass walls, an unseen threat looms from the desolate north. This force seeks a warrior caught between conflicting worlds, grappling with a violent duty and a peace he fears he may never attain.
The City of Brass
- 544 pages
- 20 hours of reading
Discover this spellbinding debut from S.A. Chakraborty. 'An extravagant feast of a book - spicy and bloody, dizzyingly magical, and still, somehow, utterly believable' Laini Taylor, Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Among the bustling markets of eighteenth century Cairo, the city's outcasts eke out a living swindling rich Ottoman nobles and foreign invaders alike. But alongside this new world the old stories linger. Tales of djinn and spirits. Of cities hidden among the swirling sands of the desert, full of enchantment, desire and riches. Where magic pours down every street, hanging in the air like dust. Many wish their lives could be filled with such wonder, but not Nahri. She knows the trades she uses to get by are just tricks and sleights of hand: there's nothing magical about them. She only wishes to one day leave Cairo, but as the saying goes... Be careful what you wish for.
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