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The Wrath & The Dawn

Literary awards : Milwaukee County Teen Book Award Nominee (2016), Lincoln Award Nominee (2018), Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Young Adult Fantasy & Science Fiction (2015)

The Wrath and the Dawn is a lush, atmospheric fantasy romance inspired by A Thousand and One Nights, blending mystery, betrayal, and forbidden love into an unforgettable young adult epic.

In the kingdom of Khorasan, every sunrise brings tragedy. Khalid, the eighteen-year-old Caliph, takes a new bride each night—only to have her executed at dawn. The land lives in fear… until Shahrzad, a fearless sixteen-year-old, volunteers to marry the killer king.

Shahrzad has a plan. She intends to survive the night and avenge the murder of her best friend—along with countless other innocent girls. Armed with sharp wit, courage, and storytelling, Shazi does the impossible: she sees another dawn. But survival comes at a cost.

As the nights pass, Shahrzad begins to uncover dark secrets behind the executions—and discovers that Khalid is not the monster he appears to be. Torn between vengeance and unexpected love, she must unravel the truth behind the curse haunting the kingdom and decide whether she can break the cycle of death once and for all.

Rich in romance, intrigue, and emotional depth, The Wrath and the Dawn is perfect for readers who love strong heroines, morally complex characters, and magical worlds steeped in myth and legend.

Why Readers Love It

• 🌙 Inspired by A Thousand and One Nights
• ❤️ Enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance
• 👑 Strong female protagonist with sharp intelligence
• 🔮 Mystery, magic, and palace intrigue
• 📖 Beautiful, lyrical storytelling

Recommended Age

14+ | Young Adult Fantasy Readers

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