Mirage

A Novel

De: Somaiya Daud

Narrado por: Rasha Zamamiri

“Mirage is full of characters who feel like they existed long before the story began, and a rich world that is as beautiful as it is cruel. Somaiya Daud is a rare talent. A smart, romantic, exciting debut.” —Veronica Roth, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Divergent and Carve the Mark

A stunning epic fantasy audiobook inspired by the author’s Moroccan heritage about a poor girl who must become the body double of a princess of a ruthless empire hailed as ”a rich, dazzling, powerful debut” by Tahereh Mafi, the New York Times author of the Shatter Me series

In a world dominated by the brutal Vathek empire, eighteen-year-old Amani is a dreamer. She dreams of what life was like before the occupation; she dreams of writing poetry like the old-world poems she adores; she dreams of receiving a sign from Dihya that one day, she, too, will have adventure, and travel beyond her isolated home.

But when adventure comes for Amani, it is not what she expects: she is kidnapped by the regime and taken in secret to the royal palace, where she discovers that she is nearly identical to the cruel half-Vathek Princess Maram. The princess is so hated by her conquered people that she requires a body double, someone to appear in public as Maram, ready to die in her place.

As Amani is forced into her new role, she can’t help but enjoy the palace’s beauty—and her time with the princess’ fiancé, Idris. But the glitter of the royal court belies a world of violence and fear. If Amani ever wishes to see her family again, she must play the princess to perfection...because one wrong move could lead to her death.

More praise for Mirage:

“Daud is a masterful storyteller. Mirage gives readers an exquisitely wrought world with deft characters, death-defying stakes, and an aching romance. Bound to linger in your dreams.” — Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Touched Queen

"MIRAGE reads as an impossible trick of the light, a feather that carves words into stone, a banquet of longing and loss. Every page comes roaring to life in a way that overwhelms and transforms you. This isn't a debut novel so much as an heirloom, and the work of a master storyteller." — Margaret Stohl, #1 New York Times bestselling author Beautiful Creatures & Black Widow: Forever Red

"With its breathtaking worldbuilding and characters who grabbed me from the first page, Mirage is by turns thrilling and ruminative, sexy and heartbreaking. Somaiya Daud has written a moving and unforgettable debut." — Sabaa Tahir, New York Times bestselling author of An Ember in the Ashes

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Prepare to be transported to a whole new world by this powerful, captivating YA audiobook. Narrator Rasha Zamamiri weaves family, politics, romance, and science fiction into a beautifully delivered story of adventure and intrigue...A mesmerizing coming-of-age story, this is a must-listen." -AudioFile

pretty good

pretty good tho .... I kept forgetting it was a "futuristic book", but I suppose Im interested in the next one

Prince and the Pauper Meets Star Wars and MORE

This book is a fantasy version of Prince and the Pauper mixed with Star Wars, gorgeous poetry, and lush world building. There were places where I predicted what was going to happen, but I found myself enjoying it anyway. The pacing was also a bit off, slow in places and rushed in others, but again, I didn't mind because I thoroughly enjoyed the characters and story.
I'm excited to read book 2!
The reader also did a fantastic job!

This was wonderful!

I loved the narration!!! The story was wonderfully crafted and I couldn’t put it down!

Pretty darn good!

interesting characters, different motivations, engaging plot, the narrative moves along very nicely, distinct science fiction view of the universe that is well fleshed out, and just plain enjoyable. Also, great performance by the reader.

WOW

I am genuinely impressed with this novel. It will be a three book series eventually, which is great because the ending left me wishing for more. Her words are lyrical, moving, and so beautiful. The characters are round and full of depth, and the back stories are well thought through. The narrator was exceptionally gifted during this novel; I could listen to her all day. Highly recommend! It’s a gem hidden in the rough!