The amazing epilog to The Wrath and the Dawn duology 
 Renee Ahdieh created a magical mystical world, that it's again able to warm my heart. 
 As in the first book the writing is evocative and beautiful, but since our two main character are split apart for most of the book, there is less romance. but it's not any less emotional. Their relationship is more mature, they have accepted their feelings. Now the time for flirtation is over, there is a curse to broken and a kingdom to save. 
 We left with a city in flames, now Khalid is struggling to rebuild and protect his city and Shahrazad must find a way to break Khalid curse and find her way back to him. 
 From flying carpets to winged serpents, the fantasy take another step from the first book. Many relationships are put to question, challenged and broken apart. Tariq will have to question his decision and love, leaving aside his pride and doing the right thing. 
 There are quite a few unexpected plot-twists, making the reading always exciting and addictive. The writing is flawless and gorgeous, the action scenes push the novel at a fantastic pace. All the old characters grow and change in this book, I particularly liked the introduction of Irsa- Shahrazad's little sister. She is very mature for her age, but she lack confidence in her ability and strength, she is not born brave but she walk her way through it. It is definitely a show of strength working hard to overcome her fears. 
 As in the The Wrath and the Dawn the female characters are strong, smart and self-made women. 
 If it's even possible I enjoyed the sequel more than the first book, there is more magic and adventure, both well welcome from me. It was a perfect ending for a perfect start. 
 A grand finale! 
 5/5 STARS 
 Blog review + Justine Magazine interview with Renee Ahdieh: 
 http://bookscrumbles.blogspot.it/2016...