With the city under siege, half the rebels imprisoned, and Prince Ahmed believed dead, Amani is forced to take charge of the skeleton-crew rebellion in this heart-pounding conclusion to the Rebel of the Sands trilogy. Amani must play a game of cat and mouse with cautious alliances and negotiations with the Djinn to see the rebellion come back together and ultimately decide if she can sacrifice herself to save her country. After tricky negotiations with a legendary Djinni, Amani has the power to save one person, but can she choose between the rebel prince or her beloved Jin? Hamilton is a master of twists and unexpected surprises, and she again delivers shocking alliances, reappearances of characters long thought gone, and deadly choices. With intricate world building, breathless pacing, strong females, and a heart-stopping romance, this series is perfect for readers wanting a rich fantasy to fill the void between Sarah J. Maas and Renée Ahdieh.

In a city ruled by despotic elders who can see the future, four teens are condemned for breaking into the citadel. During an attempted escape, they meet their would-be executioner--who wants their help. Soria plays around with themes of prophecy, memory manipulation, and unstable trust, keeping readers off-balance with revelations of betrayal. The protagonists are bold and distinct, with welcome diversity regarding body shape and sexuality.