The Jasmine Throne
A long-imprisoned princess and a maidservant in possession of forbidden magic come together to rewrite the fate of an empire in this "fiercely and unapologetically feminist tale of endurance and revolution set against a gorgeous, unique magical world" (S. A. Chakraborty).
Exiled by her despotic brother, Malini spends her days dreaming of vengeance while trapped in the Hirana: an ancient cliffside temple that was once the revered source of the magical deathless waters but is now little more than a decaying ruin.
The secrets of the Hirana call to Priya. But in order to keep the truth of her past safely hidden, she works as a servant in the loathed regent's household, biting her tongue and cleaning Malini's chambers.
But when Malini witnesses Priya's true nature, their destines become irrevocably tangled. One is a ruthless princess seeking to steal a throne. The other a powerful priestess seeking to save her family. Together, they will set an empire ablaze.
"An intimate, complex, magical study of empire and the people caught in its bloody teeth. It's about resistance and power, histories both personal and political, and the heroes who must become monsters to survive. I loved it." - Alix E. Harrow, author of The Once and Future Witches
"A blade-sharp, triumphant start to what promises to be an exciting series." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"Raises the bar for what epic fantasy should be." - Chloe Gong, author of These Violent Delights
"Simply magnificent." - Shelley Parker-Chan, author of She Who Became the Sun
"A riveting and gorgeously-written tale set in an intricate, expansive world." - Genevieve Gornichec, author of The Witch's Heart
"Like the magic in this tale of reclaiming power, The Jasmine Throne will work its way under your skin with Suri's compelling characters and gorgeous, effortless prose." - Sam Hawke, author of City of Lies
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Tasha Suri
Tasha Suri crafts stories that bridge worlds, blending lush landscapes with complex emotional landscapes in her evocative fantasy novels. Drawing inspiration from her British-Indian heritage, her works transport readers into realms where magic, power, and history intertwine in unforgettable ways. With a deep love for South Asian culture and history, she weaves narratives that are as rich in atmosphere as they are in characters' inner struggles and triumphs.
Born and raised in London, Tasha's early years were spent navigating the space between two cultures—immersed in the traditions of her Punjabi roots while simultaneously engaging with the modern world around her. This unique perspective informs much of her storytelling, where the clash of old and new, tradition and change, is often at the heart of the plot. Her love of history, especially South Asian history, shines through in the intricate world-building and themes of power, resistance, and destiny that thread through her books.
The Burning Kingdoms
Trilogy.
The Burning Kingdoms consists of three books and considered as a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
