A review by elaine707
An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir

adventurous mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

She is determined to save her brother, even if it means infiltrating the oppressive academy of Masks, who persecute her people, the Scholars.

Espionage is not her specialty, and I wish she had more common sense, but what can be done when raised sheltered?

I am excited to see where the series takes us. I hope the main girl grows up.