An Ember in the Ashes – Sabaa Tahir

Book 1 of the An Ember in the Ashes series. A girl fighting for her family. A soldier desperate for freedom. An empire that demands obedience from them both.

When Laia’s brother is arrested for treason, she strikes a dangerous bargain with rebels: in return for their help, she will spy inside the Martial Empire’s most feared military academy. There she encounters Elias, its finest soldier, who secretly longs to escape the brutality he is being trained to enforce.

In a world inspired by ancient Rome, their choices become entwined with the fate of an empire. Rebellion, divided loyalties and the struggle to hold on to hope make this a gripping start to the series.

Perfect for readers who love undercover missions, oppressive empires, courageous heroines and high-stakes fantasy. If you liked Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas or Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo, you’ll like this.

A paperback in Good condition: moderate wear and some page yellowing, with all pages present.