Renée Ahdieh Books

A captivating 2-book collection set following the intertwined stories of Shahrzad and Khalid in a land filled with danger and romance. The Rose and the Dagger tells the story of Shahrzad and Khalid's struggle to hold onto love in the midst of war and curses, while The Wrath and the Dawn follows Shahrzad's journey to exact revenge on Khalid, the Caliph of Khorasan, for his heinous crimes. With wit and determination, Shahrzad navigates her loyalties in a world filled with danger and betrayal, all while falling in love with her enemy.

Explore the sultry underworld of 1872 New Orleans with Celine Rousseau, a seventeen-year-old dressmaker who becomes embroiled in the dangerous world of La Cour des Lions, a glitzy underworld ruled by the enigmatic Sébastien Saint Germain. When a serial killer strikes, Celine battles her attraction to Sébastien while trying to uncover the truth about the murders and her own dark secrets. Master storyteller Renée Ahdieh delivers a thrilling murder mystery with a powerful romance in The Beautiful.

In this gripping tale, a battle of pride turns into a tormented passion as the captain of the guard and an arrogant palace handmaiden fall for each other. Meanwhile, the city of Rey is burning and its ruler desperately tries to protect his queen, who has gone missing. But who caused the destruction and where is she? The seventy-second victim of the king's deadly game, Sharzad, may hold the answer. Will love and loyalty be enough to uncover the truth before it's too late?

Experience the magic of East and South Asian myths and legends in this captivating anthology of sixteen stories by bestselling and award-winning authors. From fantasy to science fiction to contemporary, these tales will transport you to a world of romance, revenge, sacrifice, and more. Edited by We Need Diverse Books co-founder Ellen Oh and Elsie Chapman, this collection features stories by renowned authors including New York Times bestsellers and Kirkus-starred reviews. A must-read for anyone seeking a thrilling journey through Asian folklore.

An epic tale of love, honor, and deception set in feudal Japan. After infiltrating a notorious clan and falling in love with one of its members, Mariko must fight to save her beloved from execution, even if it means marrying someone else. As secrets unravel and chaos ensues, Mariko and her love risk everything to set things right and be together. The thrilling conclusion to a spell-binding adventure that shouldn't be missed.

A young woman feels trapped in her sheltered life and seeks to defy the forces controlling her. When she learns of a battle and a sacrifice made by those she knows, she becomes even more determined to break the bars of her gilded cage. The time for action has finally arrived.

Ōkami, a member of the Black Clan, sacrifices himself to end a war between his clan and the imperial soldiers by becoming a prisoner of Mariko's betrothed, Prince Raiden. Ōkami's decision to trade his life for the lives of his loved ones shows that even those who don't believe in heroes can become one. This thrilling story showcases the power of love and selflessness, and the sacrifices we make for those we care about.