Questions About The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi (Amina al-Sirafi, #1)

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Does this first book end on a cliffhanger?

brii No, this adventure of Amina is nicely closed.

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How come this book has a rating of 5 stars when it hasn't been published yet?!!

Story Eater This is an oft-asked question. Many raters also may have gotten an advance copy, which is a copy of the book sent to reviewers before the book's relea…moreThis is an oft-asked question. Many raters also may have gotten an advance copy, which is a copy of the book sent to reviewers before the book's release to acquire ratings and publicity before a book's release. Many ratings before release are legitimate ratings because of this.(less)

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is there any LGBTQ rep? :)

Lisa Yes. One of the side characters is gay, and there is transgender rep.

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Kasia The book is written in 1st person POV and the main character is definitely open minded about the trans character but being a historical pirate of the …moreThe book is written in 1st person POV and the main character is definitely open minded about the trans character but being a historical pirate of the sea she does not have or know all the right language to use off the bat and is learning. very much feels like this is just a realistic, ignorant (but open minded) character, not a reflection of the author. (less)

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Can I read this book without having read anything else this author has written?

Elisabeth Yes. You do not need to read the Deavabad trilogy in order to understand this. The plots don't overlap at all. It is more fun if you have read the res…moreYes. You do not need to read the Deavabad trilogy in order to understand this. The plots don't overlap at all. It is more fun if you have read the rest because then you have context for some of the magical creatures but it's not necessary.(less)

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