"A richly conjured, revenge-driven romantasy re-telling of The Count of Monte Cristo."
While YA romantasy is having a moment, Emily Varga's For She is Wrath debut will surely stand the test of time and maintain its place on shelves — and in readers’ hearts — for the long-haul.
An inventive gender-flipped Pakistani re-telling of The Count of Monte Cristo, it’s propelled by furious drama from the off, and never lets up as it tells a thrilling story of revenge, betrayal and relentlessly passionate love that shimmers with dark magic and devastating dilemmas.
As a result of being betrayed by someone she loved and trusted, Dania has been imprisoned for a crime she did not commit, and so seizes a chance to escape and exact revenge when a fellow prisoner makes a proposition that unleashes fresh power, a new identity and renewed momentum for retribution.
Twisting the enemies-to-lovers trope to tangled extremes, For She is Wrath is a feverish feast of YA fantasy.
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Immerse yourself in Punjabi culture for this gender-reversed retelling of a classic tale of revenge and destructive love.
I thoroughly enjoyed this Punjabi retelling of The Count of Monte Cristo. The vivid descriptions of customs, food, and settings transported me to another world, immersing me in a rich cultural tapestry that added depth and vibrancy to the story.
The plot centers on Dania, a young woman unjustly imprisoned and tortured for a crime she didn’t commit. Betrayed by her first lover and three others, she harbors nothing but seething anger and a burning desire for vengeance. Her list of enemies is clear, and her resolve to destroy them fuels her every thought.
The story takes a dramatic turn when a young girl tunnels into Dania’s cell, bringing with her tales of hidden treasure and a source of magic capable of securing their revenge.... Read Full Review
