This Woven Kingdom (Book 1)

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“In a tale as exquisitely crafted as one of Alizeh’s own garments, Mafi weaves a spell of destiny and danger, forbidden love and courtly intrigue, magic and revolution.”―Cassandra Clare, #1 NYT bestselling author of The Last Hours

"This story is so magical and transportive that I fully expected the book would know the moment I'd finished ― within hours, no less ― and promptly unravel into a pile of jewels and silks in my hands. Mafi's diamond-bright lyrical voice weaves a tale that is gilded in magic, laced with subterfuge, adorned with the brocade of a tortuous romance, and richly embroidered with Persian mythology. I cannot wait for more."―Roshani Chokshi, NYT bestselling author of The Gilded Wolves

“This Woven Kingdom is an exquisite fantasy. Rich with clever prose, delicious twists, and breathtaking world building. Prepare to be destroyed―this one will wrench at your heart and make it pound, and in the end it will leave you entirely speechless.”―Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Caraval series

"I've been longing to read a story inspired by The Shahnameh, and This Woven Kingdom captivated me with its deft worldbuilding and searing romance. Alizeh's quiet strength unfurls against a darkly magical backdrop. This book is a glittering jewel, complete with razor-sharp edges.’ –Renée Ahdieh, NYT bestselling author of Wrath & the Dawn

‘Richly textured, descriptive prose coupled with agonizing romance combine in this fantastical epic. Gut-wrenchingly beautiful.’ – Kirkus Reviews

“In a heart-wrenching novel, Mafi complements rich worldbuilding with lushly descriptive, sensorial prose that inspires the novel’s mythological backdrop, against which plays out an emotional plot, and a tortured romance, layered with court intrigue.” – Publishers Weekly

“Tahereh Mafi continues her reign as a master of YA fantasy” – PopSugar

"[An] illustrious tale of magic, court intrigue, and romance. Captivating readers from the very first chapter" – Booklist

Book Description

the brand new fantasy romance series from the author of TikTok Made Me Buy It sensation, Shatter Me

About the Author

Tahereh Mafi is the #1 New York Times bestselling, #1 international bestselling, and National Book Award–nominated author of over a dozen books, including the Shatter Me series and spinoff series Shatter Me: The New Republic, the Woven Kingdom series, A Very Large Expanse of Sea, and An Emotion of Great Delight. Her books have been translated into more than thirty languages. She lives in Southern California with her husband, fellow author Ransom Riggs, and their family. Visit her online at taherehmafi.com.

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Clashing empires, forbidden enemies-to-lovers romance, and a long-forgotten queen destined to save her people―New York Times bestselling author Tahereh Mafi's first novel in this epic, romantic fantasy series inspired by Persian mythology.

To all the world, Alizeh is a disposable servant, not the long-lost heir to an ancient Jinn kingdom forced to hide in plain sight.

The crown prince, Kamran, has heard the prophecies foretelling the death of his king. But he could never have imagined that the servant girl with the strange eyes, the girl he can’t put out of his mind, would one day soon uproot his kingdom – and the world.

Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Sarah J Maas, and Chloe Gong, this is the explosive first book in a new fantasy trilogy from the New York Times bestselling and National Book Award-nominated author, Tahereh Mafi.

“An original fantasy saga threaded through with Persian myths written by a queen of the genre. A* grade world-building” – The Times Best YA Books for Summer 2022

‘Forbidden love and Persian mythology are at the center of this new trilogy series, and it might be Mafi's best work yet.’ – Cosmopolitan, Best YA Books of 2022

‘Master of YA fantasy’ Pop Sugar

‘Gut-wrenchingly beautiful.’ – Kirkus Reviews

“In a tale as exquisitely crafted as one of Alizeh’s own garments, Mafi weaves a spell of destiny and danger, forbidden love and courtly intrigue, magic and revolution.”―Cassandra Clare, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Hours

‘This story is so magical and transportive that I fully expected the book would know the moment I'd finished – within hours, no less – and promptly unravel into a pile of jewels and silks in my hands. Mafi's diamond-bright lyrical voice weaves a tale that is gilded in magic, laced with subterfuge, adorned with the brocade of a tortuous romance, and richly embroidered with Persian mythology. I cannot wait for more.’ – Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Wolves

Tahereh Mafi's book 'Release Me' was a No.2 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2026-04-13.

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