“Intricately plotted with rich word building, compelling characters, and emotion that sears on the page, Dawn of the Firebird is one unforgettable story. Sarah Mughal Rana’s novel is a tour de force and is not to be missed.” - Rebecca Ross, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals
“An action-packed adventure in a richly-drawn setting, with all the hallmarks of classic fantasy from a fresh and exciting new voice. Epic and luminous.” - Ava Reid, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning
“Dawn of the Firebird has a propulsive, relentless feel that serves up twists until the very last page. If you enjoy morally grey characters and complex political worldbuilding, you can't miss Sarah Mughal Rana's fantasy debut. I couldn't put it down!” - Vaishnavi Patel, New York Times bestselling author of Kaikeyi
“Fierce, epic, and utterly unforgettable. Sarah Mughal Rana has crafted a masterpiece that stole my breath and left me in awe. A triumph of storytelling and imagination.” - June Hur, New York Times bestselling author of A Crane Among Wolves
“Epically woven with fascinating characters, riveting storytelling, and world-building that I dove headfirst into. Sarah Mughal Rana had me hooked from the first page of her debut, and I can’t wait for more from her.” - Justinian Huang, Stonewall Award-winning author of The Emperor and the Endless Palace
“With her adult debut, Sarah Mughal Rana offers a dazzling novel of bloody battles, heartbreaking betrayals, intricate worldbuilding, and an unforgettable cast of scheming characters. Khamilla is a fierce protagonist caught in a web of deceits and dark magic - that she herself helped to spin - and readers will still be rooting for her triumph at every turn! An ambitious work from a bold new voice in fantasy writing.” - Anuja Varghese, award-winning author of Chrysalis and the forthcoming A Kiss of Crimson Ash
"Rana’s jam-packed adult fantasy debut explores a rich mythology grounded in the complexities of conflict. Rana does not shrink from the realities of war, with both physical violence and the mental toll it takes at the heart of the narrative. The result skillfully if brutally sets the stage for future installments. Military fantasy readers and fans of The Poppy War are sure to be pleased." - Publishers Weekly
"A striking and evocative epic about power, revenge, and the price of freedom... With dynamic worldbuilding and a cast of complex characters, Rana has created a remarkable saga that will not just capture the imagination but expand it... Dawn of the Firebird is a provocative epic that asks questions about the cost of war and power struggles on the people swept up in their machinations." - Shelf Awareness
"Rana's adult debut richly rewards.” - Booklist
