Description: "Set in a fantastical South Asia, this combination of romance, action, and magic will appeal to fans of Sabaa Tahir and Rene Ahdieh. A strong choice for YA fantasy shelves." - School Library Journal "If you crave Indian-inspired stories or yearn for unconventional South Asian protagonists, this is the book for you. Teerdhala's ability to control pacing is exceptional, and her fantastic world-building coupled with her page-turning tension will keep you captivated." - Brown Girl Magazine "Teerdhala's Hindu-mythology-inspired world is richly drawn, and the book's fight scenes are detailed and action packed. A South Asian-inspired fantasy with a strong female lead." - Kirkus Reviews Praise for The Tiger at Midnight: "Thrilling, entertaining, and beautifully written, this is one adventure YA fans won't want to miss." - Buzzfeed "Teerdhala's debut, immersed in Indian fantasy, features two compelling protagonists who must question their loyalties and decide what they're willing to sacrifice for the chance at a new future. Fast-paced action and a budding romance between emotionally layered characters make this a promising start to a gripping new series." - ALA Booklist "[A] lush blend of folklore, fantasy, and romance." - Kirkus Reviews "Cat-and-mouse maneuvering between assassin Esha and reluctant soldier Kunal will hold you in tantalizing suspense in this searing debut exploring love, loss, and destiny. The Tiger at Midnight is as alluring and fearless as its characters." - Stacey Lee, award-winning author of Outrun the Moon "A deliciously twisty cat-and-mouse story that had me racing through the pages. I love stories that challenge their protagonists' beliefs, and both Esha and Kunal face complex, heart-breaking decisions in their journey to discover both themselves and each other." - Natasha Ngan, New York Times bestselling author of Girls of Paper and Fire "Follow Esha and Kunal on a dangerous journey through lush jungles and bustling cities, where the stakes are life and death, and victory comes at a terrible price. Teerdhala has written a masterful debut full of breathless twists and turns and a romance to ignite the senses." - Axie Oh, author of Rebel Seoul "[A] vibrantly imagined South Indian-inspired trilogy opener...Teerdhala adds plenty of surprises to her finely limned characters to produce a lush fantasy." - Publishers Weekly

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