The Oleander Sword, the sequel to The Jasmine Throne, is out today. I can’t wait for you all to read it! (And psst, here are some buy links - although I of course encourage you to go via your local bookshop!)
The prophecy of the nameless god—the words that declared Malini the rightful empress of Parijatdvipa—has proven a blessing and curse. She is determined to claim the throne that fate offered her. But even with the strength of the rage in her heart and the army of loyal men by her side, deposing her brother is going to be a brutal and bloody fight.
The power of the deathless waters flows through Priya’s blood. Thrice born priestess, Elder of Ahiranya, Priya’s dream is to see her country rid of the rot that plagues it: both Parijatdvipa's poisonous rule, and the blooming sickness that is slowly spreading through all living things. But she doesn’t yet understand the truth of the magic she carries.
Their chosen paths once pulled them apart. But Malini and Priya's souls remain as entwined as their destinies. And they soon realize that coming together is the only way to save their kingdom from those who would rather see it burn—even if it will cost them.
If you want to celebrate with me, I have an event online with Vaishanvi Patel (author of the fantastic NYT bestselling Kaikeyi) at Mysterious Galaxy Books on August 27th. I’d love to see you there, and if you order via Mysterious Galaxy, you can also get a limited edition art card with art by Nimali Dev (below).
Finally - thank you so much for supporting the Burning Kingdoms trilogy. Writing this series, so far, has been an absolute privilege and a dream, and it’s all been made possible by you.
I’ve honestly got 100 pages left of this book and the actual dread I’ve begun to feel as the grand plot unfolds is unreal. This is the type of book I’ve been looking for. The type of book I’m hoping to write one day. The romance is there. The fantasy, world-building and action is there. I am in love with this book and can’t wait for the conclusion. Thank you for writing this.
Mine came in on Tuesday and will be perfect for the nightly read on an upcoming road trip. Thank you, Ms. Suri! Sooooo looking forward to seeing where you take us next on this journey!