Saaba Tahir cemented her popularity as a writer upon releasing her debut novel, An Ember in the Ashes. 

An instant New York Times bestselling book and countlessly praised by readers, it quickly took the world by storm, earning countless accolades—including a spot on Time Magazine’s 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time. 

If you’re eager to embark on the An Ember in the Ashes series and discover the militaristic dystopia of the Martial Empire, you’re in luck—here is everything you need to know before getting started.