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Title details for The Archer at Dawn by Swati Teerdhala - Available

The Archer at Dawn

#2 in series

by Swati Teerdhala
Sneha Mathan
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Romantic intrigue and electric action fill the gripping sequel to The Tiger at Midnight, a world inspired by ancient Indian history and Hindu mythology. Perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir and Victoria Aveyard.

A stolen throne. A lost princess. A rescue mission to take back what's theirs.

For Kunal and Esha, finally working together as rebels, the upcoming Sun Mela provides the perfect guise for infiltrating King Vardaan's vicious court. Kunal returns to his role as dedicated soldier, while Esha uses her new role as adviser to Prince Harun to seek allies for their rebel cause. A radical plan is underfoot to rescue Jansa's long-lost Princess Reha—the key to the throne.

But amidst the Mela games and glittering festivities, much more dangerous forces lie in wait. With the rebel's entry into Vardaan's court, a match has been lit, and long-held secrets will force Kunal and Esha to reconsider their loyalties—to their countries and to each other.

Getting into the palace was the easy task; coming out together will be a battle for their lives. In book two of Swati Teerdhala's epic fantasy trilogy, a kingdom will fall, a new ruler will rise, and all will burn.

  • Creators

  • Series

    Tiger at Midnight

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    May 26, 2020

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Listen audiobook

      • ISBN: 9780063013520
      • File size: 353339 KB
      • Duration: 12:16:07

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • AudioFile Magazine
      Sneha Mathan returns to narrate the second book in the Tiger at Midnight series, a heady South Asian fantasy that blends romance, intrigue, and action. Esha, leader of the Crescent Blades, has aligned her forces with soldier Kunal and her childhood friend, the deposed prince Harun. Together, they plan to rescue the lost Princess Reha, who can help them retake the throne. New listeners may need time to make sense of the storyline, but they will be quickly drawn in by Mathan's steady narration. With subtlety and control, Mathan uses inflection to convey the smallest gesture--from an amused glance to surprised acknowledgment. Thrilling action scenes propel the story forward, but it is these finishing touches that add depth to the captivating tale. S.A.H. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine
    • Kirkus

      May 15, 2020
      When rebel Esha and soldier Kunal join forces to fight for the land they love, they risk their lives--and their budding relationship. In this sequel to The Tiger at Midnight (2019), Esha and Kunal travel to the royal city of Gwali for the annual Sun Mela alongside the Crescent Blades, the rebel group that Esha leads. This time, their mission is to save deposed Dharkan prince Harun's sister, princess Reha, from Vardaan, the usurper king of Jansa, who is also Harun and Reha's uncle. Harun's interest in his sister goes beyond family ties: Reha's magical blood is necessary to seal the ancient janma bond with the gods that protects the lands of both Dharka and Jansa. Before performing the ceremony, Harun plans to use his sister to restore his family to the throne. As Esha and Kunal work together with the Crescent Blades, loyalties are tested, trusts are betrayed, and promises are broken--especially after Esha discovers that the soldiers who killed her parents are attending the Mela, providing her with a chance to avenge her family's deaths, but only at the cost of the mission. Teerdhala's Hindu-mythology-inspired world is richly drawn, and the book's fight scenes are detailed and action packed. At times, however, her prose is confusing, making the plot difficult to follow, especially for readers unfamiliar with the first book. A South Asian-inspired fantasy with a strong female lead. (map) (Fantasy. 14-18)

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