Stealing Thunder

Name: Stealing Thunder
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781984805461
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By Alina Boyden

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Summary

Stealing Thunder by Alina Boyden takes readers on a thrilling journey in a world where magic, freedom, and identity intertwine. The story follows Razia, a trans prince escaping her oppressive past to live life as who she truly is—a highly skilled dancer living in freedom. But when her world is threatened, she must embrace her abilities that include a special bond with a dragon, leading her into a conflict that challenges her courage, loyalty, and heart.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy richly imagined fantasy worlds, complex political intrigue, and stories that explore themes of identity and power. If you're captivated by tales featuring strong, dynamic characters navigating challenges and defying societal expectations, this vibrant and immersive narrative could be just what you're looking for.

Stealing Thunder

A dragon fantasy novel about a trans girl running away from home, finding a community, falling in love, and stealing back her dragon.

A charming dragon fantasy novel where a trans girl named Razia runs away from home, finds a community of trans women known as hijras, falls in love, and steals back her dragon.

Description

Stealing Thunder is a charming dragon fantasy novel where a trans girl named Razia runs away from home, finds a community of trans women known as hijras, falls in love, and steals back her dragon.

Protecting her identity means life or death in this immersive epic fantasy inspired by the Mughal Empire.

In a different life, under a different name, Razia Khan was raised to be the Crown Prince of Nizam, the most powerful kingdom in Daryastan. Born with the soul of a woman, she ran away at a young age to escape her father's hatred and live life true to herself.

Amongst the hijras of Bikampur, Razia finds sisterhood and discovers a new purpose in life. By day she's one of her dera's finest dancers, and by night its most profitable thief. But when her latest target leads her to cross paths with Arjun Agnivansha, Prince of Bikampur, it is she who has something stolen.

An immediate connection with the prince changes Razia's life forever, and she finds herself embroiled in a dangerous political war. The stakes are greater than any heist she's ever performed. When the battle brings her face to face with her father, Razia has the chance to reclaim everything she lost...and save her prince.

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Stealing Thunder by Alina Boyden has received positive reviews for its immersive storytelling, richly detailed worldbuilding, and compelling protagonist, Razia. The book is praised for its exploration of themes like politics, family, and identity, and it is noted for its strong cultural references and handling of social themes. Critics highlight its engaging mix of fantasy elements, political intrigue, and romance, making it highly recommended for fans of romantic fantasy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781984805461

Publisher: Penguin Adult

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 May 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Pamela Dorman Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 368

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Alina Boyden Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Penguin Books Sci-Fi & Fantasy

About the Author

Alina Boyden is a trans rights activist, author, and PhD candidate in cultural anthropology. As an ACLU client, her case secured healthcare rights for transgender employees in the state of Wisconsin. Her work in cultural anthropology centers on the civil rights struggles of transgender women in India and Pakistan, and consequently she divides her time between the United States and South Asia. When she's not writing, traveling, or working on her dissertation, she spends her free time indulging in two of her childhood passions - swordplay and flying airplanes. STEALING THUNDER is her first novel.