Spice Road: an epic young adult fantasy set in an Arabian-inspired land

The Sunday Times bestseller Amélie Wen Zhao's enchanting fantasy adventure, Spice Road, is now available in paperback. Set in an Arabian-inspired land, the story follows Imani, a seventeen-year-old Shield who can wield a dagger like no other due to her affinity for iron. When her brother is discovered stealing their nation's coveted spice and disappears into the Forbidden Wastes, Imani's reputation is in tatters. However, she discovers signs that he may be alive and spreading their nation's magic to outsiders. Accompanied by Taha, a powerful beastseer, Imani soon discovers that many secrets lie beyond the Forbidden Wastes and in her own heart. Caught between her duty to her nation and her love for her brother, Imani must decide where her loyalties lie before it is too late. The book has received rave reviews, with readers praising its strong female protagonist, love vs. duty storyline, betrayals, enemies to lovers, and beautiful writing.

Format: Hardback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 24 January 2023
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Amélie Wen Zhao's enchanting fantasy adventure, The Misra Tea, is a gripping tale that YA readers are sure to adore! Lynette Noni's review describes it as "soul-stirring," while London Shah's review praises its "control of the spice, control of the kingdom." Set in an Arabian-inspired land, this epic fantasy series is a must-read for fans of Sabaa Tahir, Hafsah Faizal, and Elizabeth Lim. Imani, a seventeen-year-old with an affinity for iron, wields a dagger like no other, earning her the reputation of the next greatest Shield. However, her brother's betrayal and disappearance into the Forbidden Wastes have tarnished her reputation. Despite Atheer's betrayal, Imani continues to grieve for her brother and discovers signs that he may still be alive. Determined to find him and protect him, she joins a mission to hunt him down. Accompanied by Taha, a powerful beastseer, Imani embarks on a journey that will test her loyalties and reveal secrets beyond the Forbidden Wastes. Tropes: Strong FMC, Love vs Duty, Betrayals, Enemies to lovers, and ⚔️💓 READERS LOVE: SPICE ROAD Hooked right from the start ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely beautiful ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Weight: 746g
Dimension: 163 x 243 x 47 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399702027