Dance of Thieves

Hello to a new month and a fresh start! As autumn arrives, I've noticed my book reading has been increasing, which really lifts my spirits and makes me enjoy life more. Starting a new, high-quality series has only added to this excitement. I've found a series that will definitely stick with me for a while. While exploring bookstores and reading the descriptions, this book caught my eye, and I snapped a photo of it. I ordered it right away and was delighted with my choice. It was simply perfect.

The book is written alternately from the perspectives of two protagonists. Our first hero is Kazi, a girl from Brightmast. Kazi never knew her father and witnessed her mother being abducted by slave hunters from her hiding place. After these traumatic events, the young girl is forced to live alone and, despite herself, becomes a master thief (so skilled that her nickname is "Ten," as she's never faced the punishment of having her fingers cut off). Her journey ultimately leads her to confront the queen. To her surprise, instead of being condemned, she learns that the queen admires her and wishes to see her among the "Knights of Rahtan," a group renowned for never being defeated. Naturally, Kazi cannot refuse the offer to join them.Years later, the queen assigns a mission to Kazi and the other knights. She informs them that a certain dynasty, which has stubbornly refused to be recognized among the kingdoms, is harboring fugitives. The queen demands that these criminals be brought back immediately and insists that this dynasty must be added to the kingdoms without delay, acknowledging the king's authority.

This is where our second main character, Jase, comes into the story. Jase and his siblings were raised under the belief that their family is the first dynasty in the land, ruling over all that their eyes could see. After their father's death, Jase is given the title of "Patrei," becoming the head of the family. While this title is a great honor, it also comes with significant responsibilities, though Jase is not yet fully aware of them.

Less than a week after his father's death, Jase sees three Rahtan knights arriving in the city and confronts them with his guards. Kazi has no idea who Jase is, as she still believes that his father is the ruler of the country and therefore does not recognize Jase as his successor. Consequently, she shows no hesitation in putting a knife to Jase's throat. After a few verbal exchanges, Jase is released and decides to speak to Kazi alone. He dismisses his guards and enters a street to have a private conversation, ensuring that Kazi sees him do so.

Kazi follows Jase into the street, but instead of the expected scene, she finds Jase restrained by several men. Initially, she thinks it might be a trick, but upon realizing it is serious, she tries to intervene. However, she is soon captured herself. When they wake up, they find themselves chained together at the back of a cart. Although they manage to escape, they are still shackled together and unable to break free. And so, the story begins with these two people trying to make their way back to the city while their feet remain bound together.

OUUF! This book is truly amazing. If it took me this long just to write about the introduction, you can imagine how complex the rest of the plot must be. I haven’t read a romantic book that isn’t sci-fi for a long time, and thankfully, this book satisfied my craving for romance. Both reading it and writing about it have been incredibly enjoyable, and as soon as I finished, I ordered the second book (not surprising at all). I love books told from different character perspectives, as long as they don’t get too complex, since it makes it easier to connect with each character’s essence, thoughts, and feelings. This book was no exception, and I found it easy to adapt to the evolution of their views about each other and the reasons behind their fears. Even my friends who were with me while I read were so impressed by my description that they didn’t hesitate to order the first book themselves. So, I urge you to start this series right away—you won’t regret it, and I’m sure it will become very popular. Don’t be surprised if you see the series on a streaming platform soon. Wishing you all happy reading days 🌞

I do want tomorrows with you, Jase. I want a lifetime of tomorrows.