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The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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S. A. Chakraborty

The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023
Book Details
Pages

483

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Indian Ocean • Medieval Fantasy

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

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

Reviews & Readership

4.4

58,521 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

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.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi?

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.

4.4

58,521 ratings

85%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

483

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Indian Ocean • Medieval Fantasy

Publication Year

2023

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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