New monsters have appeared outside the kingdom of Qalia, roaming the desert and spreading into the Sahir, ruthless and hungry in their attacks. No matter how much Imani and Qayn battle the monsters outside the city walls, it has become clear that combat will not be enough to stop the onslaught taking over their land.
To Imani’s surprise, Qayn determines that there is only one way for them to find a solution: they must venture to the home of the monsters themselves.
Voyaging into the realm of the monsters might be Imani’s most dangerous undertaking yet, but she would never let Qayn go in alone. As Imani, Taha, and their group navigate the nightmarish path before them, Imani must come to terms with the shocking reality of her world and confront a dangerously tempting power that could destroy them all.
The series
In a world of sweeping deserts, ancient magic, and dangerous secrets, The Spice Road trilogy by Maiya Ibrahim follows Imani, a young warrior whose loyalty to her homeland is tested by the people she loves. Hidden among the sands lies Qalia, a city where magical abilities are awakened through misra, a mysterious spice consumed in tea. Gifted with an affinity for iron, Imani belongs to an order of warriors sworn to defend her people from the monsters beyond their borders.
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When Imani discovers that her missing brother may still be alive, she sets out to find him, venturing beyond the safety of everything she has ever known. Her journey brings her into the company of Taha, a formidable fellow warrior, and Qayn, an enigmatic djinni whose intentions are difficult to trust. As unfamiliar lands challenge her understanding of the world, Imani must confront questions of duty, prejudice, and belonging.
Inspired by Arabian mythology and storytelling traditions, the trilogy weaves together desert adventure, forbidden magic, complicated relationships, and the struggle to reconcile devotion to one's people with the courage to question their beliefs.
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