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A Taste of Honey

Kai Ashante Wilson
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A Taste of Honey

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

Book Brief

Kai Ashante Wilson

A Taste of Honey

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World • Ancient Past

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

A Taste of Honey by Kai Ashante Wilson is a romantic fantasy novella set in a world where gods and men mingle and dragons roam the capitol, Daluca. Aqib bgm Sadiqi, a fourth-cousin of the royal family and future Master of Beasts, falls in love with Lucrio, a Dalucan soldier. They navigate the challenges posed by societal expectations, religious doctrines, and family disapproval. This book contains themes of abuse and interpersonal conflict within families.

Fantastical

Romantic

Emotional

Challenging

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.0

2,894 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kai Ashante Wilson's A Taste of Honey has received praise for its rich, immersive world-building and lyrical prose. Readers appreciate its exploration of complex themes and unique storytelling structure. However, some find the narrative pacing uneven and wish for more character development. Overall, it's a commendable, thought-provoking read that stands out in the fantasy genre.

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Who Should Read A Taste of Honey?

Readers who would enjoy A Taste of Honey by Kai Ashante Wilson likely appreciate lush, fantasy-driven narratives with strong character development. Fans of N.K. Jemisin’s The Fifth Season or Ursula K. Le Guin’s The Left Hand of Darkness will find Wilson's intricate world-building and exploration of social themes compelling.

4.0

2,894 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Fantasy World • Ancient Past

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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