The Wrath and the Dawn (The Wrath and the Dawn, #1)
by Renee Ahdieh
The Wrath and the Dawn by Renee Ahdieh holds a highly rated rating of 4.19 out of 5, based on 58.2K reader ratings. First published in 2015. The book spans 404 pages.
About The Wrath and the Dawn
One Life to One Dawn.In a land ruled by a murderous boy-king, each dawn brings heartache to a new family. Khalid, the eighteen-year-old Caliph of Khorasan, is a monster. Each night he takes a new bride only to have a silk cord wrapped around her throat come morning. When sixteen-year-old Shahrzad's dearest friend falls victim to Khalid, Shahrzad vows vengeance and volunteers to be his next bride. Shahrzad is determined not only to stay alive, but to end the caliph's reign of terror once and for all.Night after night, Shahrzad beguiles Khalid, weaving stories that enchant, ensuring her survival, though she knows each dawn could be her last. But something she never expected begins to happen: Khalid is nothing like what she'd imagined him to be. This monster is a boy with a tormented heart. Incredibly, Shahrzad finds herself falling in love. How is this possible? It's an unforgivable betrayal. Still, Shahrzad has come to understand all is not as it seems in this palace of marble and stone. She resolves to uncover whatever secrets lurk and, despite her love, be ready to take Khalid's life as retribution for the many lives he's stolen. Can their love survive this world of stories and secrets?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Renee Ahdieh |
| Published | 2015 |
| Pages | 404 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Fiction, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.19 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 58,175 |
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What genre is The Wrath and the Dawn?
The Wrath and the Dawn is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Wrath and the Dawn worth reading?
Based on 58.2K reader ratings, The Wrath and the Dawn has an average score of 4.19 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Wrath and the Dawn?
The Wrath and the Dawn has 404 pages.
Who wrote The Wrath and the Dawn?
The Wrath and the Dawn was written by Renee Ahdieh. It was first published in 2015.
What is the ISBN for The Wrath and the Dawn?
The ISBN-13 for The Wrath and the Dawn is 9780399171610.0.
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