59 pages • 1 hour read
483
Novel • Fiction
Indian Ocean • Medieval Fantasy
2023
Adult
18+ years
In The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi by S. A. Chakraborty, Amina, a retired female pirate in the medieval Indian Ocean, is coerced into one last mission to rescue a kidnapped teenager named Dunya from a malevolent European sorcerer named Falco, who seeks powerful magical artifacts. With her old crew, Amina navigates treacherous waters, confronts human and supernatural threats, and battles personal demons to save Dunya and return to her beloved daughter. Topics of torture, violence, and captivity appear in this book.
Adventurous
Fantastical
Mysterious
Exciting
Inspiring
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S. A. Chakraborty's The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi receives praise for dynamic character development, rich historical detail, and captivating storytelling, blending fantasy and history seamlessly. Some critics note pacing issues and a convoluted plot, but overall, the novel is celebrated for its adventurous spirit and imaginative world-building.
A fan of The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi by S. A. Chakraborty would likely enjoy historical fantasy, dynamic female protagonists, and Middle Eastern settings. Readers of The City of Brass by the same author or The Daevabad Trilogy will find a similar blend of magic, adventure, and rich cultural detail.
58,521 ratings
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483
Novel • Fiction
Indian Ocean • Medieval Fantasy
2023
Adult
18+ years
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