Breathtaking Mix of History and Fantasy

The Bird King by G. Willow Wilson
Publication Date - March 12, 2019
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Set during the fall of Muslim Granada in the fifteenth century, among the terrifying days of the Spanish Inquisition, this young adult novel follows Fatima in her quest of the mythical Bird King. She is a beautiful young woman who grew up in the royal harem, and while a pampered favorite of the Sultan she feels shackled by her slave status.  When her best friend, Hassan, is accused of sorcery because of his map-making skills, they decide to escape the walls of their palace.  This book is a beautiful mix of historical fiction and mythical fantasy.  I don’t think I’ve read another young adult novel quite like this and it is a welcome addition to the genre.  I received a complimentary copy of this book through the BookishFirst program in exchange for an honest review.