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For She Is Wrath

Emily Varga
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For She Is Wrath

Emily Varga
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Overall rating: 4.888889 / 5 from 9 reviews.

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Review topics: [book, story, noor, symphony, arc, elements, romance].

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WOAH!!

"Bought this Through blind faith and enjoying it so far!! Didn’t expect a Monty Cristo adaptation through the view of a women but amazing!! Although main character frustrates me a little… who stole her brain"

— Gabriela K. (5/5)

Great Retelling!

"The Count of Monte Cristo is a personal favourite of the classics. I first read it when I was only 14; and again read it at 17, that time in French. I really should revisit it again now that I’m over 40. Going into any retelling always makes me both nervous and excited. You never can be sure what will happen when you read book inspired by old stories. I’m happy to say I quite enjoyed this one. There are a couple of major changes to the main story; including a magical element added as the setting naturally brings in djinn magic. Emily Vargas also gives us female leads, instead of men. The ending is different in a way, and I (surprisingly) didn’t have much of an issue with that either. For She is Wrath is a solid use of an old story to tell a new one. Vargas takes us on a journey that includes the expected elements of friendship, greed and revenge, like the original story, but also adds in compassion, forgiveness, and an endearing romance. While we spend 80% of the novel in the midst of a revenge scheme, we also learn a lot about the cost of revenge, and that many people in life wish for it but forget it comes at a cost. I really connected with this. While today I very happy with my life, love my partner, own a home, adore my puppy, and more; a piece of me still occasionally wishes for revenge on a couple people who terribly wronged me as a teenager. It’s silly, and I know that, as without their actions I wouldn’t be where I am today (and I would NEVER give that up) but I am human, as we all are, and thus lust for revenge as I believe many of us secretly do. Just as Alexander Dumas did so many years before, Vargas takes the revenge desire and makes it relatable. Ultimately showing that humans may evolve, but we don’t change. Our primary drivers of love, greed, revenge, etc. all remain the same today as they did hundreds of years ago. With or without technology, space travel, and the internet we all still retain the primal instinct to survive, and wish to be in control of our lives. No one wants to be under someone else’s control. I hope For She is Wrath will bring younger readers to the works of Dumas. It’s a great reflection on who we are, who we want to be, and that while circumstance may shape us they do not have to not define us. With just enough romance to be put in the ‘romantasy’ genre, I found this book to be a solid entry alongside the explosion of retellings and fantasy stories currently trending. It’s suitable for age 13 or 14 and up. There is some sex that happens, but no smut or graphic descriptions. Lots of sword fighting but no gratuitous gore. I’d be comfortable putting this into any avid teenage readers hands or recommending it to any adults that enjoy this genre. I am walking away from For She is Wrath content that Dumas’ original story has not been totally bastardized in its use and that the moral dilemmas still resonant today. I look forward to finding a fancy edition of this one to put on my print bookshelf!"

— Mel R. (5/5)

Romance fantasy, palette cleanser

"Loved the dark and twisty vibe to this book it really was something different from your typical fantasy romance, heroin vibes. I really appreciated the cultural diversity and overall a really good book if you’re looking for a pallet cleanser from fantasy."

— Kenn (4/5)

So Excited For This Book!

"This books has one of the greatest pitches I’ve ever heard. Like who doesn’t want to read about a girl who is out for revenge, especially when considering the fact that the person she’s out to destroy is her ex who she still has chemistry with. I love it 😏"

— Sofia (5/5)

Nice YA book

"Got for sister, looked very interesting"

— Annaleen (5/5)

Excellent Book

"This book is so awesome! I have never been a fantasy buff but this book has be reconsidering the genre! There are so many amazing lines in this book. The main character was great but i LOVED Noor (I hope there is a sequel!)."

— MSJDonkey (5/5)

Couldn’t put it down!

"Loved this book! Totally hooked me from the start and I couldn’t put it down."

— Fran (5/5)

Buy this!

"Stunning debut from an author full of incredible ideas!"

— Chandra (5/5)

FSIW = Emotional Devastation + Chai Cravings

"MANY, many thanks to St. Martin's Press, Wednesday Books, and Emily Varga for allowing me to read this eARC in exchange for an honest review. _x000D_ _x000D_ For She is Wrath is a romantic fantasy that completely enthralled me from beginning to end. First of all, yes, this story is a Count of Monte Cristo retelling, but it's also much, much more. While inspired by the classic framework, Emily Varga expanded it in a way that seamlessly blends new themes with magical fantasy elements to create a rich and captivating story all her own. _x000D_ _x000D_ I truly have such an angsty, visceral love for this book and these characters. I keep trying to decide which character I love most, and I honestly cannot choose because there was a magnetic draw to each of them. Dania is an undeniable badass, but her bravery extends far beyond the battlefield, and that's what I admire most. Noor complements Dania perfectly, a fierce force in her own right whose uncompromising loyalty and sense of self provided the moral compass Dania needed. I adore their powerful sisterhood. Then there's Maz - oh, sweet, wonderful, maddening Maz! His complex backstory and emotional arc rounded out the story exquisitely. _x000D_ _x000D_ I absolutely adored the romance. The tenderness and vulnerability in that scene with Maz in Dani's bedroom tugged at my heartstrings and played a soft and sweet little symphony. I was right there with Dani having felt all those feelings before. It honestly reminded me off those small moments where I first fell in love with my husband, and the scene made me really emotional bringing those memories up to the surface. I was not ready!!! 😭_x000D_ _x000D_ Then Varga hit us with some sexy book banter?!? That passage (trust me, you’ll know the one) had me like 🥵 She struck the perfect balance, keeping it relatively tame for YA while still packing serious swoon-worthy heat. _x000D_ _x000D_ On top of the simmering romantic dynamics, Varga masterfully explores resonant themes like breaking cycles of generational trauma, the emptiness of vengeance, and courageously staying true to oneself. The powerful character arcs, especially Noor's journey to not let hatred consume her despite immense suffering, artfully brought these heavy ideas to life. _x000D_ _x000D_ Finally, there was the mind-blowing plot twist! That explosive pivotal moment flipped everything on its head. I didn't fully grasp the impact until Varga laid it bare. She timed the revelation at the perfect narrative point for maximum heart-wrenching impact. _x000D_ _x000D_ From the badass fight sequences establishing Dania's strength, to the intimately angsty romantic tensions, this book delivers nonstop. Varga's unique voice forges a YA fantasy that has secured its place among my favorites. _x000D_ _x000D_ Now excuse me while I go make a fresh cup of chai 🤎"

— Genna Q. (5/5)

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  • Published date: Oct 29, 2024
  • Language: English
  • No. of Pages: 400
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Publishing Group
  • ISBN: 9781250877383
  • Dimensions: 5.75" W x 1.25" L x 8.5" H

An Instant Indie Bestseller
A November / December Indie Next pick
An Indigo and Waterstones Best Book of 2024
Indigo's Teen Staff Pick of the Month

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CBC, "18 Canadian young adult books to check out in fall 2024" and "Here are the Canadian books we can't wait to read this October"

Reactor Mag, "Most Anticipated Young Adult SFF/H for September & October 2024"

Screen Rant, "10 Biggest Fantasy Books Coming Out In October 2024"

United By Pop, "Must read YA books for Autumn 2024"

"A Pakistani-inspired fantasy retelling of The Count of Monte Cristo is something I never knew I needed, but this story of a young woman on a quest for vengeance feels both timely and furious." - Paste, "The Best New Fantasy Books of October 2024"

"Author Emily Varga makes her debut with a Pakistani-inspired reimagining of The Count of Monte Cristo with fantastical elements and an unwelcome romance for its revenge-inspired female heroine. Sign me up." - Parade, "The 23 Best New Book Releases This Week"

"I will say this gets bonus points for involving a stolen djinn treasure, and a still-burning desire for the boy who betrayed her. We love a conflicted love ting." - Book Riot, "The Best New Book Releases Out October 29, 2024"

"Varga’s debut is a compelling story with a strong, sword-wielding female lead, intense fight scenes, unpredictable magic, and fiery romance... a vividly realized, page-turning revenge story." - Kirkus

"Revenge might fuel the story forward, but it's made memorable by heart, grief, and friendship—not to mention a romance that burns bright. Varga's meticulous, fiery gender-bent retelling lights a path beyond retribution, one alight with possibility." - Booklist

"Varga crafts excellent ­action sequences that propel the plot to even higher stakes...Hand to romantasy fans looking for an Arya ­Stark–esque ­heroine." - School Library Journal

"Evocative prose is punctuated by sumptuous descriptions of Pakistani food, clothing, and weaponry, creating a memorable backdrop for Dania’s retaliatory schemes and sultry encounters with Mazin, which build to a satisfying...denouement." - Publishers Weekly

“Unabashedly furious and vengeful, For She Is Wrath is a brilliant retelling set in an imaginative Pakistani-inspired world. Varga has crafted a love letter to angry girls. If you ever wished for an Arya Stark spinoff with a fiery enemies to lovers romance, this is the book for you.” - Vaishnavi Patel, New York Times bestselling author of Kaikeyi

“For She is Wrath is a brutally beautiful tale filled with sisterhood, romance, and above all: revenge. What a fresh, riveting fantasy.” - Susan Dennard, New York Times bestselling author of The Luminaries

"For She Is Wrath is an intoxicating story of magic and vengeance, with a fierce heroine at its center. An electrifying dark fantasy I couldn’t put down - Varga wrote the enemies to lovers second chance romance of my dreams!" - Judy I. Lin, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Magic Steeped in Poison

“Filled with romance, adventure, and heart, For She Is Wrath is a fresh take on the Count of Monte Cristo classic readers didn’t know they needed.” - Adrienne Young, New York Times bestselling author of the Fable series

"An action-packed fantasy adventure that starts with a bang and doesn't let up, Varga's tale of revenge, romance and friendship lives up to its title led by a fierce firecracker of a heroine determined to make her enemies pay." - Tanvi Berwah, author of Monsters Born and Made

"A searing tale of romance and revenge set against the backdrop of a rich, magical world. Filled with evocative prose, political intrigue, and electric chemistry, For She Is Wrath is a vibrant debut. Emily Varga is an author to watch." - Akshaya Raman, author of The Ivory Key

Emily Varga is the internationally bestselling YA fantasy author of For She Is Wrath, which was an instant indie bestseller, a Goodreads Choice nominee and shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, as well as author of the forthcoming The River She Became duology. She has lived in England, Scotland and Australia but now calls western Canada her home where she lives with her family and their menagerie of pets. When not writing, Emily works as a family lawyer, where she learned more about storytelling than she ever expected. Visit her online at www.emilyvargabooks.com or on Instagram @emilyvargabooks.

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