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Traitor to the Throne (Rebel of the Sands, #2)

Alwyn Hamilton
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Traitor to the Throne (Rebel of the Sands, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2017

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Alwyn Hamilton

Traitor to the Throne (Rebel of the Sands, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

518

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Miraji Desert • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2017

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Traitor to the Throne by Alwyn Hamilton follows Amani, a young desert girl with special abilities, as she navigates political intrigue and rebellion in a war-torn kingdom. Captured by the enemy, Amani must use her wits and powers to aid the rebellion from within the enemy's stronghold.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

27,836 ratings

87%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Alwyn Hamilton's Traitor to the Throne excels in world-building and character development, drawing readers deeper into its magical desert setting. However, the pacing can be uneven, and some plot points feel predictable. Overall, it remains a compelling continuation of the series, balancing adventure and emotional growth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Traitor to the Throne (Rebel of the Sands, #2)?

A reader who would enjoy Alwyn Hamilton's Traitor to the Throne is likely a fan of young adult fantasy with strong heroines, political intrigue, and richly woven desert landscapes. Similar readers appreciate books like Leigh Bardugo’s Six of Crows and Sarah J. Maas’s Throne of Glass, which combine adventure, intricate worlds, and character development.

4.5

27,836 ratings

87%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

518

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Miraji Desert • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2017

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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