Tag: An Ember in the Ashes
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Book Review: A Reaper at the Gates by Sabaa Tahir
I’m finally picking up this series again after reading the first two books a few months ago. Being back in the world of the An Ember in the Ashes series was a lot of fun. So without further ado, let’s get into my spoiler-free review of A Reaper at the Gates. Book: A Reaper at… Read more
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Book Review: A Torch Against the Night by Sabaa Tahir
Book: A Torch Against the Night Author: Sabaa Tahir Genre: YA Fantasy “You are a torch against the night—if you dare to let yourself burn.” A Torch Against the Night is the sequel to An Ember in the Ashes, set in an Ancient-Rome-like world where Elias is a soldier and Laia is a slave. Read… Read more
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Book Review: An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir
Book: An Ember in the Ashes Author: Sabaa Tahir Genre: YA Fantasy An Ember in the Ashes follows Laia and Elias in the Martial Empire—an Ancient-Rome-like world. When Laia’s brother is arrested for treason, she begs for the help of the resistance to free him. In exchange, she must become their spy at Blackcliff Academy,… Read more
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First Chapter Checklist: What Makes an Engaging Opening Chapter
The first chapter of your novel is perhaps the most difficult and most important chapter of the entire book. The opening chapter is the first thing readers will read, and it will determine if they decide to keep reading. No pressure, right? Luckily, there are hallmarks that most great first chapters follow. If you’re lost… Read more