The Tiger At Midnight by Swati Teerdhala / ARC Review
*ARC provided by Epic Reads*
Synopsis:
The first book in an epic heart-pounding fantasy trilogy inspired by ancient Indian history and Hindu mythology, perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir and Renée Ahdieh.
A broken bond. A dying land. A cat-and-mouse game that can only end in bloodshed.
Esha lost everything in the royal coup—and as the legendary rebel known as the Viper, she’s made the guilty pay. Now she’s been tasked with her most important mission to date: taking down the ruthless General Hotha.
Kunal has been a soldier since childhood. His uncle, the general, has ensured that Kunal never strays from the path—even as a part of Kunal longs to join the outside world, which has only been growing more volatile.
When Esha and Kunal’s paths cross one fated night, an impossible chain of events unfolds. Both the Viper and the soldier think they’re calling the shots, but they’re not the only players moving the pieces.
As the bonds that hold their land in order break down and the sins of the past meet the promise of a new future, both the soldier and the rebel must decide where their loyalties lie: with the lives they’ve killed to hold on to or with the love that’s made them dream of something more.
Review:
Kunal and Esha have a great dynamics with each other and their pasts have them intertwined to their present and future. Known as the Viper in this ancient & alternate India setting, is a revered and feared myth in stories and reality. She is being framed for the General's murder and within this planned crime, comes to face his nephew Kunal. Kunal is a valued soldier and to avenge his uncle, he is determined to find the killer and bring him (in this case her) to justice.
Not only does Esha and Kunal play mice and cat with each other, each time letting each other go without knowing exactly why, but challenge each other's perceptions. I really liked their push and pull relationship but wished there was more background to their pasts that can define their relationship a bit more. As characters, I was hoping to read more full realized unique characters that have potential of being great.
One thing I noticed was a bit lacking was the world building. I wanted to know more of why the land was dying, more story onto why the female led country is now patriarchal. I would've loved to read more on Kunal really learning the truth.
Overall, I enjoyed the book but hope the next book in this series can fully flesh out the story and characters more.
D.
The Tiger At Midnight
By Swati Teerdhala
Synopsis:
The first book in an epic heart-pounding fantasy trilogy inspired by ancient Indian history and Hindu mythology, perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir and Renée Ahdieh.
A broken bond. A dying land. A cat-and-mouse game that can only end in bloodshed.
Esha lost everything in the royal coup—and as the legendary rebel known as the Viper, she’s made the guilty pay. Now she’s been tasked with her most important mission to date: taking down the ruthless General Hotha.
Kunal has been a soldier since childhood. His uncle, the general, has ensured that Kunal never strays from the path—even as a part of Kunal longs to join the outside world, which has only been growing more volatile.
When Esha and Kunal’s paths cross one fated night, an impossible chain of events unfolds. Both the Viper and the soldier think they’re calling the shots, but they’re not the only players moving the pieces.
As the bonds that hold their land in order break down and the sins of the past meet the promise of a new future, both the soldier and the rebel must decide where their loyalties lie: with the lives they’ve killed to hold on to or with the love that’s made them dream of something more.
Review:
Kunal and Esha have a great dynamics with each other and their pasts have them intertwined to their present and future. Known as the Viper in this ancient & alternate India setting, is a revered and feared myth in stories and reality. She is being framed for the General's murder and within this planned crime, comes to face his nephew Kunal. Kunal is a valued soldier and to avenge his uncle, he is determined to find the killer and bring him (in this case her) to justice.
Not only does Esha and Kunal play mice and cat with each other, each time letting each other go without knowing exactly why, but challenge each other's perceptions. I really liked their push and pull relationship but wished there was more background to their pasts that can define their relationship a bit more. As characters, I was hoping to read more full realized unique characters that have potential of being great.
One thing I noticed was a bit lacking was the world building. I wanted to know more of why the land was dying, more story onto why the female led country is now patriarchal. I would've loved to read more on Kunal really learning the truth.
Overall, I enjoyed the book but hope the next book in this series can fully flesh out the story and characters more.
D.
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