Sabaa Tahir

Sabaa Tahir is a Pakistani-American author best known for her young adult series 'An Ember in the Ashes'. She worked as a copy editor at The Washington Post before becoming a full-time writer.

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  1. 1. An Ember In The Ashes

    Cover of 'An Ember In The Ashes' by Sabaa Tahir

    In a brutal, Rome-like fantasy world, a young Scholar girl named Laia goes on a dangerous mission to save her brother from the clutches of the oppressive Martial Empire. To do so, she infiltrates the Empire's premier military academy as a slave, where she meets Elias, one of the academy's finest soldiers, who is secretly as eager to escape the tyranny and corruption of the military as she is. Their fates become intertwined as they both seek freedom and justice, navigating a world rife with violence, betrayal, and dark magic. The story is a gripping tale of resistance, survival, and the quest for personal redemption.

    The 4188th Greatest Book of All Time
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  2. 2. A Torch Against The Night

    Cover of 'A Torch Against The Night' by Sabaa Tahir

    In this gripping fantasy sequel, two fugitives fight to survive and overthrow a tyrannical regime. The former scholar-turned-fugitive and her warrior ally, with the help of a spy and other unexpected friends, embark on a dangerous journey to free the former's brother from a notorious prison. As they navigate through political intrigue and dark magic, they must also confront their own inner demons and the growing feelings between them. With the empire's most brutal forces on their trail, the pair must use all their wits and courage to outsmart their enemies and fan the flames of rebellion, while a prophecy looms over them, threatening to shake the very foundations of their world.

    The 9530th Greatest Book of All Time
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  3. 3. All My Rage

    Cover of 'All My Rage' by Sabaa Tahir

    Set against the backdrop of a small desert town, this poignant narrative weaves together the lives of two childhood friends, Salahudin and Noor, as they grapple with the weight of family secrets, cultural expectations, and personal tragedies. As they navigate the complexities of adolescence, their bond is tested by the harsh realities of their environment and the haunting shadows of their pasts. Through a tapestry of love, loss, and resilience, the story explores the enduring power of friendship and the quest for redemption in the face of overwhelming odds.

    The 14984th Greatest Book of All Time
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