The Balloon Thief

The Balloon ThiefDiscover an unforgettable YA fantasy adventure in this brand new novel! Dive into the mythical world of ancient djinn as you follow the courageous Khadija on her journey to seek her own destiny. As the gripping plot unfolds, immerse yourself in the epic tale of rebellion and friendship against societal oppression. When Khadijas father imposes an arranged betrothal, her only escape lies in the skies above. A rogue hot air balloon presents an

Discover an unforgettable YA fantasy adventure in this brand new novel! Dive into the mythical world of ancient djinn as you follow the courageous Khadija on her journey to seek her own destiny. As the gripping plot unfolds, immerse yourself in the epic tale of rebellion and friendship against societal oppression. When Khadija’s father imposes an arranged betrothal, her only escape lies in the skies above. A rogue hot air balloon presents an opportunity she can't resist! Along the way, she forms an unlikely alliance with Jacob, a glassmaker's apprentice, but the path to freedom is fraught with challenges. In a world where the ruling Ghadaeans brutally suppress the hari people, prejudice and inequality ignite a deadly revolution. The Hareef, an infamous terrorist group, unleash forbidden magic and evil jinn, forcing Khadija and Jacob to confront difficult choices about the future they wish to create. Perfect for fans of Noughts + Crosses, We Hunt the Flame, and Rebel of the Sands, this story is a thrilling mix of heartwarming friendship, bravery, and social commentary exploring racism and misogyny in a stunningly original fantasy universe. With 400 pages of enthralling prose from debut author Aneesa Marufu, this novel is a must-read for those seeking powerful narratives and compelling characters. Get your copy today to embark on this amazing journey!

CONDITION: Brand New
ISBN: 9781913696078
Publisher: THE CHICKEN HOUSE
Number of Pages 400

The year's must-read YA fantasy - ancient djinn, an epic adventure, and one girl's courage to seek her own destiny ... Burn the flame. Seek the night. For Khadija, the only escape from her father's arranged betrothal is the sky. When she spots a rogue hot air balloon fighting aga...inst its ropes, she leaps at the chance for adventure. Khadija soon finds an unlikely ally in a poor glassmaker's apprentice, Jacob. But Jacob is a hari, and Khadija a Ghadaean. The hari are oppressed and restless - their infamous terrorist group, the Hareef, have a new fearsome leader. And the ruling Ghadaeans are brutal in their repression. Soon, a deadly revolution threatens their friendship and their world. The Hareef use forbidden magic, summoning jinn - wicked spirits made of fire - to enact their revenge, forcing Jacob and Khadija to choose what kind of a world they want to save ... A commercial, thrilling and uplifting fantasy adventure following sixteen-year-old Khadija, who flees her home in a stolen hot air balloon to escape an arranged marriage The debut novel from enthralling new talent, twenty-four-year-old Aneesa Marufu, which draws on the author's South Asian heritage Explores racism, misogyny and discrimination in a highly original fantasy universe Perfect for fans of Noughts + Crosses, We Hunt the Flame and Rebel of the SandsRead less