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The Daughters of Izdihar

By Hadeer Elsbai
Series: The Alamaxa Duology
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The Daughters of Izdihar by Hadeer Elsbai is a captivating fantasy set in a society inspired by modern Egyptian history. It follows two women, each from distinct backgrounds, who unite against oppressive forces that restrain women's rights and magical powers they possess. Their journey is filled with intrigue, resistance, and the pursuit of justice in a world where societal norms and individual freedoms clash.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy tales that blend fantasy with social justice, featuring strong, complex female protagonists fighting for their rights in a richly built world influenced by Middle Eastern mythology and culture. The intricate narrative weaves together magic, revolution, and empowerment, offering readers an immersive adventure filled with vivid characters and themes of equality and resistance.

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A powerful feminist fantasy set in an Egyptian inspired world, for fans of The Jasmine Throne and The Once and Future Witches

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'A gorgeous, clever feminist fantasy novel rich with magic, politics, hunger and fire. An absolute must-read' — Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne

Trapped in an arranged marriage to a man she does not love, Nehal dreams of attending the Weaving Academy. There, she can take control of her powers, bending any water to her will, and pursue a glorious future on the battlefield with the first all-female military regiment. Her husband, indifferent and secretive, is in love with another woman, a poor bookseller named Giorgina.

Giorgina has her own secret. She is an earthweaver with dangerously uncontrollable powers. Her only solace comes from meetings with the Daughters of Izdihar, a women's rights group fighting for freedom. They come from very different means, yet Nehal and Giorgina have more in common than they think.

Enticed by the group's enigmatic leader Malak Mamdouh, the two women are drawn into a web of politics, violence and threats of war as they find themselves fighting to earn—and keep—a lasting freedom.

A powerful feminist fantasy set in an Egyptian-inspired world, with breathtaking elemental magic and sapphic romance, perfect for fans of The Jasmine Throne and The Once and Future Witches.

Praise for The Daughters of Izdihar:

'Hadeer Elsbai has written a powerful story of sisterhood, love, and struggle within a rich, vibrant world with complicated characters that leap from the page to smash the patriarchy!' — P. Djeli Clark, author of A Master of Djinn

'A wondrously rich fantasy that highlights the true struggle to revolutionize a society... a debut not to be missed' — Shannon Chakraborty, author of The City of Brass

'Action-packed, magic-filled, and led by two fierce, vividly-rendered women, The Daughters of Izdihar is a compelling and empowering debut' — Ava Reid, author of Juniper and Thorn

'A thrilling tale of two women's fight for rights in their patriarchal society, peppered with elemental magic, politics, and a relentless desire for that which is wrongly forbidden.' — Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter

'A powerful fantasy novel filled with clever magic, intriguing politics, and compelling characters who forge a path toward justice, no matter the obstacle' — Chelsea Abdullah, author of The Stardust Thief

'An absolutely enthralling tale of two women striving for a better world' — Sarah Beth Durst, author of The Queen of Blood

'Magnificent, complex, compelling' — Davinia Evans, author of Notorious Sorcerer

Series: The Alamaxa Duology

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  • The Daughters of Izdihar
    'A gorgeous, clever feminist fantasy novel rich with magic, politics, hunger and fire. An absolute must-read' — Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne Trapped in an arranged marriage to a man she does not love, Nehal dreams of attending the Weaving Academy. There, she can take control of her powers, bending any water to her will, and pursue a...
    By Hadeer Elsbai
    Paperback
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  • The Weavers of Alamaxa
    'Hadeer Elsbai has written a powerful story of sisterhood, love, and struggle within a rich, vibrant world with complicated characters that leap from the page to smash the patriarchy!' — P. Djeli Clark, author of A Master of Djinn, on The Daughters of Izdihar Following up on one of the most exciting fantasy debuts, The Daughters of Izdihar, Hadeer Elsbai...
    By Hadeer Elsbai
    Paperback
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The Daughters of Izdihar is praised for its thrilling narrative centred on two women's battle for rights in a patriarchal society, enriched with elemental magic and political intrigue. Reviewers highlight its feminist themes, complex characters, and compelling storyline that expertly blends magic and politics. It is lauded as a powerful, must-read debut showcasing themes of justice, sisterhood, and the fight against societal constraints.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356520476

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 January 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 273g

Pages: 400

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Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Hadeer Elsbai Historical Fantasy Romantasy (Fantasy Romance) Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: The Alamaxa Duology

About the Author

Hadeer Elsbai is an Egyptian-American writer and librarian. Born in New York City, she grew up being shuffled between Queens and Cairo. Hadeer studied history at Hunter College and later earned her Master's degree in library science from Queens College, making her a CUNY alum twice over. Aside from writing, Hadeer enjoys cats, iced drinks, live theater, and studying the 19th century.

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  • The Weavers of Alamaxa
    'Hadeer Elsbai has written a powerful story of sisterhood, love, and struggle within a rich, vibrant world with complicated characters that leap from the page to smash the patriarchy!' — P. Djeli Clark, author of A Master of Djinn, on The Daughters of Izdihar Following up on one of the most exciting fantasy debuts, The Daughters of Izdihar, Hadeer Elsbai...
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