
Malini’s character development was exceptional.

Although Malini, Priya, and Bhumika tell the bulk of the story. This complex fantasy has multiple POVs that really help to give a full scope of the empire’s activities.

Meanwhile, Priya, now an Elder and thrice-born from the deathless waters, leads alongside Bhumika as they try to manage the rot plaguing Ahiranya’s land and people.Īlthough they are leaders of regions with contentious relations, Malini and Priya’s lives will cross again in their efforts to save their kingdoms. It begins where the first book ended, with Malini embarking on war against her brother while finding her footing as Empress. The Oleander Sword by Tasha Suri brings the reader back into the rich Indian-inspired world of the Burning Kingdoms.
