Tahereh Mafi is the #1 international bestselling and National Book Award-nominated author of over a dozen books, including the Shatter Me series, the Woven Kingdom series, A Very Large Expanse of Sea, and An Emotion of Great Delight. Her books have been translated into over thirty languages. She lives in Southern California with her husband, fellow author Ransom Riggs, and their daughter. You can find her online at taherehmafi.com.
"In a tale as exquisitely crafted as one of Alizeh's own garments,
Mafi weaves a spell of destiny and danger, forbidden love and
courtly intrigue, magic and revolution." -- Cassandra Clare, #1 New
York Times bestselling author of The Last Hours"This Woven Kingdom
is an exquisite fantasy. Rich with clever prose, delicious twists,
and breathtaking world building. Prepare to be destroyed--this one
will wrench at your heart and make it pound, and in the end it will
leave you entirely speechless."
-- Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the
Caraval series"This story is so magical and transportive that I
fully expected the book would know the moment I'd finished --
within hours, no less -- and promptly unravel into a pile of jewels
and silks in my hands. Mafi's diamond-bright lyrical voice weaves a
tale that is gilded in magic, laced with subterfuge, adorned with
the brocade of a tortuous romance, and richly embroidered with
Persian mythology. I cannot wait for more." -- Roshani Chokshi, New
York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Wolves
"I've been longing to read a story inspired by The Shahnameh, and
This Woven Kingdom captivated me with its deft worldbuilding and
searing romance. Alizeh's quiet strength unfurls against a darkly
magical backdrop. This book is a glittering jewel, complete with
razor-sharp edges."
-- Ren�e Ahdieh, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Wrath
& the Dawn series"Forbidden romance steams up the pages of this
Persian mythology-inspired fantasy series opener[, in] a luxurious,
saffron-scented world, where devils whisper unwelcome prophecies
and princes fall in love with ice-eyed Jinn. Hopeless romantics
will relish the euphoric agony of anticipation as they watch these
fated lovers sort through their feelings. Like an intricate Islamic
flower mural, Mafi's story expands deliberately, each small
revelation rising from the one before, delivering deeply satisfying
epiphanies. The wait for a return ticket to this exquisite kingdom
is made bearable only by flipping to the front and repeating your
first visit." -- New York Times Book Review"Richly textured,
descriptive prose coupled with agonizing romance combine in this
fantastical epic. Gut-wrenchingly beautiful." -- Kirkus Reviews
(starred review)"[An] illustrious tale of magic, court intrigue,
and romance. Captivating readers from the very first chapter... A
magnetic series opener that will delight fans of Mafi's previous
series."
-- Booklist"Drawn from Persian mythology and Islamic texts, this
epic fantasy is brilliantly structured to maximize readers'
emotional buy-in. Eloquent prose brings vivid immediacy to each
scene. Although Alizeh and Kamran are only together a handful of
times, Mafi gives full due to their steamy, forbidden attraction.
[The] ending ensures a breathlessly awaited sequel." -- Bulletin of
the Center for Children's Books"In a heart-wrenching novel based in
Islamic texts and Persian poem the Shahnameh, Mafi complements rich
worldbuilding with lushly descriptive, sensorial prose that
inspires the novel's mythological backdrop, against which plays out
an emotional plot, and a tortured romance, layered with court
intrigue."
-- Publishers Weekly"Mafi's intricate worldbuilding sets high
stakes for the trilogy. The setting grapples with themes of
discrimination and equity versus equality... Mafi's slow-build
story is braiding a complex plot that promises a payoff in the
sequels."
-- School Library Journal"The first chapter of what's set to be an
epic trilogy." -- Popsugar"An enchanting and lush YA fantasy, This
Woven Kingdom is a thought-provoking and atmospheric read that is
sure to keep readers quickly turning pages to the shocking end." --
YA Book Central"Masterfully incorporates influences from Persian
and Muslim history, culture and mythology.... Tightly paced, with a
rollicking set of twists and revelations and a chaotic climax that
leads straight to a whopping cliffhanger of an ending, This Woven
Kingdom is an exceptional fantasy that blends its various
influences to addictive effect."
-- BookPagePRAISE FOR An Emotion of Great Delight: "Gorgeous and
poetic, Mafi is unflinching in her rendering of pain and brutal
truths, but also succeeds in weaving a tale that is brimming with
heart and honest hope. This is a book I wish I'd had when I was
fourteen. I'm so glad young readers will have it now. A truly
special story." -- Jasmine Warga, New York Times bestselling and
Newbery Honor-winning author of Other Words for Home"Tahereh Mafi
has written a timely, compelling novel about love and family and
the remarkably complex nature of religion and faith. An Emotion of
Great Delight is as profound as it is beautiful." -- Matt de la
Pe�a, New York Times and Newbery Medal winning author of The Last
Stop on Market Street"Mafi confronts issues of mental health,
suicidality, racism, and self-love in ways that will leave readers
reacting viscerally and powerfully. Reading this novel is like
being dropped straight into the everyday lives of a Muslim family
in post-9/11 America. A simply real story, devoid of clich�s, that
will leave an indelible mark."
-- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"Mafi follows her National Book
Award-longlisted A Very Large Expanse of Sea (2018) with another
contemporary young adult novel of striking emotional intensity.
Complex and introspective Shadi details her experiences with the
specific challenges of Islamaphobia and with more general issues.
With masterfully compelling prose, this surprises and ensnares,
leading readers to an inevitable but gripping climax. Though
there's a feverous feeling throughout the book, there's also
formidable nuance in Shadi's paradoxical and contradictory thought
patterns, which add even more to the blunt realism. Emotional
implications of great magnitude and stakes that could not feel
higher. A bluntly powerful read that shouldn't be missed."
-- ALA Booklist (starred review)"Mafi's prose is compelling and
unsentimental, giving voice to the universal angst common among
teenagers. She handles the timely issues of race and discrimination
with skill, highlighting the inaccuracies so often ascribed to
individuals of the Muslim faith. Her well-developed characters jump
off the page, especially during romantic moments. An emotional,
important look at an American Muslim teen's experience."
-- School Library Journal (starred review)"Mafi clearly and
movingly illustrates how grief can escalate uncontrollably and seep
into every facet of life."
-- Publishers Weekly"Mafi introduces some potent issues around
whether passive resistance or confrontation is the better community
strategy, and scenes of anti-Muslim aggression are brief but
impactful."
-- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Mafi returns with
another lyrical contemporary novel. An aching, emotional story that
touches on various internal struggles of being a child of
immigrants."
-- BuzzfeedPRAISE FOR A Very Large Expanse of Sea: "A raw yet
astoundingly elegant examination of identity, loneliness and family
that is unflinching in its honesty and power. Tahereh Mafi holds
nothing back--and the reader is better for it." -- Sabaa Tahir, #1
New York Times bestselling author of the Ember in the Ashes
series"A Very Large Expanse of Sea reads like a beautiful
heart--one that shines and aches and yearns, and above all else,
one that loves fiercely against all odds. Years from now, you will
remember exactly where you were and what you were doing when you
experienced this. A transcendent story about truth, love, and
finding joy." -- Marie Lu, #1 New York Times bestselling author of
the Warcross series"This is a gorgeous book. It's tender and
fierce, beautiful even as it depicts some ugly truths. Tahereh's
prose is passionate and honest, unsentimental and big-hearted. The
very best books move you to reconsider the world around you, and
this is one of those. I truly loved it." -- Nicola Yoon, #1 New
York Times bestselling author of Everything, Everything and The Sun
is Also a Star"Tahereh Mafi, known for her fantasy and dystopian
novels, proves a master of the contemporary realistic novel, as
well, with A Very Large Expanse of Sea, longlisted for a National
Book Award. Shirin's first-person voice bristles with anger, wit
and pain. Even as the fraught love story drives the short chapters
to a surprising close, Mafi weaves in moments of camaraderie and
joy." -- Washington Post"Mafi tackles the life of an American
Muslim teenager in the wake of 9/11 in this visceral, honest novel.
Shirin's sharp, raw voice narrates, and her captivating story opens
a window onto a different narrative than the one typically
dominating the airwaves after 9/11. Mafi excels at highlighting the
relationships between her characters. Rich characters, incisive
writing, and a powerful story will thrill readers." -- ALA Booklist
(starred review)"[Mafi's] writing is nuanced and smart. Shirin and
Ocean's interactions are palpable, and the discussions and
exploration of what it means to be a Muslim in politically charged
America will resonate with many teens and will be enlightening for
some." -- School Library Journal (starred review)"Mafi gives vivid
voice to an underrepresented audience in this story. The teens'
rich personalities, desires, powerful emotions and struggles come
together to form a memorable work. An outstanding contemporary
novel, A Very Large Expanse of Sea is a realistic love story that
provides a much-needed perspective." -- Shelf Awareness (starred
review)"This gripping political romance takes readers into the life
of a young Muslim woman trying to navigate high school with the
entire world attacking her right to her body and her faith. A
moving coming-of-age narrative about the viciousness of
Islamophobia and the unwavering power of love in post-9/11
America." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A contemporary love
story with a heartbreakingly realistic portrait of one post-9/11
Muslim life in the United States. Mafi openly addresses many common
misconceptions about Islam and what it means to be a woman of color
in the face of racism, showing how differences can be applauded,
not feared." -- Publishers Weekly"This story holds a mirror up to
the ugly reality of religious bigotry. That disturbing truth,
however, is offset by a portrait of a strong Muslim teen girl who
defies stereotypes on multiple levels. Shirin insists on her right
to approach life on her own clear-eyed terms, granting compassion
to the deserving and an education to those who need it." --
Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Cerebral, impassioned,
and zeitgeisty... Mafi's sincerity stands out in full force in her
craftsmanship. A Very Large Expanse of Sea is timeless in its
themes and will continue to affect readers, months after they've
closed the book." -- NPR"A Very Large Expanse of Sea is the love
story you need to read next." -- Teen Vogue"Mafi seamlessly works
in questions of identity, race and Islamophobia [and] taps into the
fierceness and passion of first love. The novel's bittersweet
ending will ring true for most, and break the hearts of many." --
New York Times Book Review"Tahereh Mafi soars to new heights with A
Very Large Expanse Of Sea. A singular new novel from one of YA's
brightest voices." -- Entertainment Weekly"A masterfully
constructed novel. The characters are beautifully developed and
authentic. [Shirin's] voice is fierce, funny, vulnerable, and
honest. Mafi's novel challenges readers to ponder their own
beliefs, assumptions, and actions. And, also reminds us of the
captivating bliss of first love." -- Nerdy Book ClubPRAISE FOR THE
Shatter Me SERIES: "Written with precision and a sense of urgency,
each chapter a strobe light-like moment in the lives of the teens
trying to save their world. The prose moves readers swiftly from
crisis to crisis." -- Booklist Online"Fast-paced action scenes
convey imminent danger vividly. Part cautionary tale, part juicy
love story, this will appeal to action and adventure fans." --
Kirkus Reviews"Tahereh Mafi's bold, inventive prose crackles with
raw emotion. A thrilling, high-stakes saga of self-discovery and
forbidden love, the Shatter Me series is a must-read for fans of
dystopian young adult literature-or any literature!" -- Ransom
Riggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Miss Peregrine's
Home for Peculiar Children
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