A Song of Wraiths and Ruin (A Song of Wraiths and Ruin #1) by Roseanne A. Brown - Restarting March 7th 2021

[Sarah Elizabeth]

The first in an fantasy duology inspired by West African folklore in which a grieving crown princess and a desperate refugee find themselves on a collision course to murder each other despite their growing attraction.

For Malik, the Solstasia festival is a chance to escape his war-stricken home and start a new life with his sisters in the prosperous desert city of Ziran. But when a vengeful spirit abducts Malik’s younger sister, Nadia, as payment into the city, Malik strikes a fatal deal—kill Karina, Crown Princess of Ziran, for Nadia’s freedom.

But Karina has deadly aspirations of her own. Her mother, the Sultana, has been assassinated; her court threatens mutiny; and Solstasia looms like a knife over her neck. Grief-stricken, Karina decides to resurrect her mother through ancient magic . . . requiring the beating heart of a king. And she knows just how to obtain one: by offering her hand in marriage to the victor of the Solstasia competition.

When Malik rigs his way into the contest, they are set on a course to destroy each other. But as attraction flares between them and ancient evils stir, will they be able to see their tasks to the death?

[Blue Butterfly]

I haven't gotten my copy of this book yet but once I do I will join in

[Farren]

I was up to chapter 13 I think, 37%

I'm enjoying this so far. At this point in the story, it's following a very generic YA fantasy plotline and I haven't seen much of the folklore that inspired it. But I have barely gotten into any magic or even past what is detailed in the synopsis, so I'm excited to see where this book goes. I really like both of the main characters too.

I am listening to this on audio. What format will you guys be reading?

[Krystal]

Farren wrote: "I was up to chapter 13 I think, 37%

I'm enjoying this so far. At this point in the story, it's following a very generic YA fantasy plotline and I haven't seen much of the folklore that inspired it..."

Uh oh. The title though, LOL. I'll be reading it on ebook, just need to start.

[Farren]

I took a break for a few days but my loan is almost up so now I'm close to done with it. No lie, the first time I heard the title I thought it was the new ACOTAR novel lol I love the cover so much though! This book reminds me of An Ember in the Ashes a lot, but like not as good because for me that book is hard to top

[Blue Butterfly]

I finally got this book and will probably start it in a few days

[Krystal]

Farren wrote: "I took a break for a few days but my loan is almost up so now I'm close to done with it. No lie, the first time I heard the title I thought it was the new ACOTAR novel lol I love the cover so much ..."

The cover is beautiful!! Hahaha, the title. The worst one ever.

[Jenn]

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Date changed. Restarting March 7th 2021. Happy Reading ☺

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[Dr. Andy]

I started this yesterday and I never wanted to put this book down!!

Ch. 5 (view spoiler)[ Omg a boy having anxiety and panic attacks!! I feel like this is something we almost always see with female characters. I hope Malik will be able to save Nadia, I'm worried for her. (hide spoiler)]

Ch.10 (view spoiler)[ I'm so sad Kestrel died! It felt like Karina and her mom were just about to bond more and become closer. I can't wait for this competition to start. (hide spoiler)]

[Dr. Andy]

Ch. 16 (view spoiler)[ Omg I love Afua!! She's so funny. I hope we see her again in the future. I definitely want to know more about nkra and zawenji vs ulraji. (hide spoiler)]

Ch. 25 (view spoiler)[ Well shit that was something!! I loved all the discoveries at the necropolis. I want to know more about The Demon/Faceless king and how he's related to everyone! Also I loved the second trial so much! Malik's magic is so cool and I want more stories about the gods in the world. (hide spoiler)]

[Dr. Andy]

Finished (view spoiler)[ Holy shit!!! What an ending. I can't believe Farid was behind it all. Like!!! Was so surprised. But wow that was such a satisfying ending. I loved how much Hyena had been involved in the shadows. This was an amazing debut. (hide spoiler)]