10 Best Books Like An Ember in the Ashes

If you loved An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.

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Fantasy4.22015480 pages

In a world inspired by ancient Rome, scholar Laia infiltrates a military academy to save her brother while soldier Elias struggles to escape the very system that made him its perfect weapon

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Caraval

Start of Caraval series

by Stephanie Garber

4.32017416 pages

Why you'll love it:

This fantasy shares a dreamlike and dangerous tone that will resonate with An Ember in the Ashes fans.

Quick Comparison: Books Like An Ember in the Ashes

BookAuthorRatingYearPagesBest For
Six of Crows📚 Series starterLeigh Bardugo4.52015480Start a new series
The Ballad of Songbirds and SnakesSuzanne Collins4.62020517Similar vibes
Caraval📚 Series starterStephanie Garber4.32017416Start a new series
Daughter of Smoke and Bone📚 Series starterLaini Taylor4.52011544Start a new series
The Cruel Prince📚 Series starterHolly Black02018Start a new series
The Bird and the SwordAmy Harmon4.52016336Similar vibes
Kingdom of BonesJames Rollins0Similar vibes
The Hunger Games📚 Series starterSuzanne Collins02008Start a new series
Sorcery of ThornsMargaret Rogerson4.02019456Similar vibes
TwilightStephenie Meyer02006Similar vibes

Authors Who Write Like Sabaa Tahir

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Frequently Asked Questions

What books are most similar to An Ember in the Ashes?

The most similar books to An Ember in the Ashes are Six of Crows, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, Caraval.

What should I read after An Ember in the Ashes?

After finishing An Ember in the Ashes, readers most commonly pick up Six of Crows next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Sabaa Tahir, such as A Torch Against the Night.

Who writes books like Sabaa Tahir?

Authors similar to Sabaa Tahir include Victoria Aveyard, Leigh Bardugo.

What genre is An Ember in the Ashes?

An Ember in the Ashes is a Fantasy novel by Sabaa Tahir, published in 2015. It features elements of Military Academy, Multiple POV, Roman-Inspired.

How long is An Ember in the Ashes?

An Ember in the Ashes is 480 pages long.

Does An Ember in the Ashes have romance/spice?

An Ember in the Ashes has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.

About An Ember in the Ashes

In a world inspired by ancient Rome, scholar Laia infiltrates a military academy to save her brother while soldier Elias struggles to escape the very system that made him its perfect weapon. Tahir creates brutal yet beautiful fantasy that doesn't shy away from depicting the horrors of oppression while exploring themes of resistance, sacrifice, and finding humanity in inhumane circumstances. The first in a quartet that revolutionized YA fantasy with its unflinching portrayal of violence and oppression, this novel explores themes of courage, family loyalty, and the cost of freedom while featuring dual perspectives that show both sides of systemic oppression and the complex choices faced by those fighting for justice.