Of Light and Shadow

A Fantasy Romance Novel Inspired by Indian Mythology

Tanaz Bhathena

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Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc
10 October 2023

Eighteen-year-old Roshan is out for justice. Abandoned by her parents at birth and taken in by Jwala's most notorious bandit, she is now leader of the Shadow Clan, a gang impoverished by the Jwalian government's atrocities. Her goal: expose the government's corruption to Queen Bhairavi of Jwala, and earn back rights for her people.

Second in line for the throne, Prince Navin has always felt like an outcast. When a night out drinking with friends leads to his capture by the Shadow Clan, Navin plots to befriend Roshan and use her to buy back his freedom-and he has no intention of sympathizing with her cause.

The closer Navin and Roshan get, the harder it becomes to fight against their growing attraction. But can love be enough to overpower injustice, deceit, and even death?

By: Tanaz Bhathena
Imprint: Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 236mm, Width: 162mm, Spine: 37mm
Weight: 618g
ISBN: 9780374389116
ISBN 10: 037438911X
Pages: 448
Publication Date: 10 October 2023
Recommended Age: From 12 years
Audience: Young adult , Preschool (0-5)
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Tanaz Bhathena writes books for young adults. Her fantasy novel Hunted by the Sky was named a Best Book of the Year by the CBC and USBBY, and is the first of a YA fantasy duology set in a world inspired by medieval India. Her novel The Beauty of the Moment won the Nautilus Gold Award for Young Adult Fiction and has also been nominated for the Ontario Library Association's White Pine Award. Her acclaimed debut, A Girl Like That, was named a Best Book of the Year by numerous outlets including The Globe and Mail, Seventeen, and The Times of India. She lives in Mississauga, Ontario, with her family. Visit her at tanazbhathena.com.

Reviews for Of Light and Shadow: A Fantasy Romance Novel Inspired by Indian Mythology

"""An absolute page-turner. Perfect for fans of swoon-worthy romance against a backdrop of rich epic fantasy."" - Susan Dennard, New York Times-bestselling author of the Witchlands series ""A story that will keep you helplessly turning the page."" - C. S. Pacat, New York Times-bestselling author of Dark Rise and The Captive Prince trilogy ""With its deep-dive world-building, complex characters, and energetic storyline, Of Light and Shadow delivers a ragingly good read. Come for the luscious, historically-inspired setting and stay for the pitch-perfect emotional journey of Roshan and Navin."" - Megan Bannen, author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy and Soulswift ""Evocative writing and layered world building bring the glittering cities and brutal badlands of Jwala to life."" - Nicki Pau Preto, author of The Crown of Feathers trilogy ""Bhathena once again showcases her lush writing and tremendous world-building skills; this is a satisfyingly suspenseful, romantic, and adventurous tale."" - Teen Vogue ""With this standalone romantic fantasy, Tanaz Bhathena delivers."" - Jodi Meadows, New York Times-bestselling author of My Plain Jane and the Fallen Isles Trilogy ""A spoiled prince and an infamous outlaw forge an unlikely alliance in this dazzling adventure."" - Publishers Weekly ""An enchanting romantic fantasy weaving together history, magic, and inspired resistance."" - Kirkus ""A worthwhile fantasy with a sobering reminder that those who write history don't always tell the truth."" - Booklist ""Recommended for readers who enjoy strong heroines, romance, and political intrigue combined with fantastical worldbuilding."" - School Library Journal"