Nadia Attia
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In Nadia Attia's debut novel, The Curse of the Starlings, Rowena Murray is marked by Death since the day she was born. She is driven to Culcrith, where her grandmother can save her from the curse, with her mother's farmhand Halim. The trip is difficult, as Rowena is rebellious and sees bad omens everywhere. The pair's battle of wills may lead to an alliance, but they must let their guards down and let the wild in.
Format: Hardback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 11 May 2023
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
From the very first page, I was completely captivated by this novel. It was a perfect blend of suspense, horror, and entertainment that kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. The story revolves around Rowena Murray, who was born on the day when 250 starlings fell from the sky, marking her as cursed by Death. Throughout her life, she has experienced a series of tragic events, including the sudden death of her boyfriend and the recent passing of her father.
Determined to break free from the curse, Rowena is told that salvation lies in Culcrith, where her grandmother can save her. However, her journey to Culcrith is not an easy one. Rowena is a rebellious and spiky young woman who sees bad omens everywhere. She clashes with her mother's farmhand, Halim, a young Egyptian man who is reserved, quiet, and follows the rules. The land they travel through is mysterious and treacherous, with people who have married old traditions with new prejudices.
The pair's battle of wills quickly turns into an alliance as they face the challenges and dangers of their journey. They must learn to let their guards down and embrace the wildness that surrounds them if they want to escape the curse that has haunted their lives.
The novel explores deep themes of belief, loyalty, and legacies beyond our control. It questions the nature of fate and the power of human choices. Through Rowena and Halim's journey, we see how their lives are intertwined and how their choices can have far-reaching consequences.
Nadia Attia's debut novel is a thrilling and magnetic read that will leave readers eagerly anticipating her next installment. Her writing is vivid and evocative, and she has a talent for creating characters that are complex and relatable. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves a good scare and a story that explores the darker aspects of human nature.
Weight: 384g
Dimension: 145 x 224 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800810150
Edition number: Main
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