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# We Hunt the Flame (Sands of Arawiya, 1)

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desertcart.com: We Hunt the Flame (Sands of Arawiya, 1): 9781250250797: Faizal, Hafsah: Books

Review: An amazing debut fantasy! - Ok, where do I start with this book? Ever since I read it I’ve been gushing about it nonstop, so I might as well put my thoughts into a proper review! The book itself? Even without reading it, anyone who picks it up will agree that it has one of the most gorgeous designs out there. The intricate Arabic designs, the metallic, calligraphy-inspired typography, and of course the super-cool artwork of Zafira all lent to a spellbinding cover (This is one of those books you can rightfully judge by its cover). Now on to the story. The world that Hafsah creates will draw you in immediately. It’s vivid, beautiful, and also quite dangerous. The way Hafsah writes, you can actually picture the sand dunes, the Arz forest, the minarets, and the oceans in your head. The way Arabic culture was incorporated into the setting was done amazingly. The magic that Hafsah creates for the world of Arawiya fits perfectly into the setting and plot. I quite liked the concept of unique “affinities”. I was also pleased with the way Hafsah made sure to define the magic’s rules and history, as I’ve found a lot of YA fantasy authors tend to not do this properly, thus creating unpredictable plot events and essentially losing control of their setting. The plot was excellently woven together. There wasn’t a single boring page, and any loose ends were all tied up by the end of the book. Hafsah’s writing took me on a rollercoaster of emotions; it struck the perfect balance between action-packed battle scenes, laugh-out-loud moments, and deep, emotional and many times heartwarming parts. The main characters were all so lovable and had their own unique personalities. I absolutely loved the female characters, they were fierce, vulnerable, funny, and all around amazing. While I feel that Kifah was really not necessary for the story at all, she was still a great character. The relationships between them, whether between Zafira and her mother, or her sister, her best friend, or her new companion, were all incredibly written. The male characters were of course, amazing as well! In particular, I admire the way Nasir’s character arc was written, it was complex and didn’t simply resign him to a “brooding character with a tragic backstory” trope. In the end, I could not decide whether he was truly good or evil, because characters are much more than just that. However, I did feel that the relationship with Zafira and and Nasir could have been handled better. First, there was hardly enough mourning for Deen on Zafira’s part, especially considering her close friendship (which I saw so much of) with him since childhood. I also feel that Zafira and Nasir’s relationship progressed just a little too fast, though it is good that nothing was resolved between them by the end. This made sense as it would be impossible for each to completely disregard their history as enemies, and the missions that each set out with. That said, I’m so proud of Hafsah for everything she’s accomplished and wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors. This was a wonderful read!
Review: YA Arabian Inspired Fantasy - 3.5 Stars ✨ “We hunt the flame, the light in the darkness, the good this world deserves.” We Hunt the Flame is a duel POV, set in an Arabian Mystical world. It follows FMC Zafira, a huntress - who dresses up as a boy and goes into the cursed forest, that no one else can navigate, to hunt so she can feed her people. She cannot let people know she is a girl or she would lose all her credibility and achievements. She lives in the land of Arawiya, which used to have magic but no longer does. One day she is tasked by the silver witch to go to this sandy mystical island Sharr, and retrieve something that will help restore magic. MMC Nasir, is the Prince of Arawiya, also known as the Prince of darkness, is an assassin who kills for his evil father the Sultan. His father finds out that the notorious “hunter” is going to Sharr for something and tells Nasir to follow, kill the hunter, and take whatever they retrieve. An ancient evil stirs as they embark on this quest, and what they seek may be a greater threat than either imagined. I gotta admit, this book took about 100 pages to really get me fully invested. The beginning was a lot of world building and setting the stage for what was to come. It wasn’t boring, just the pacing was a bit slow. The writing was beautiful, so if you can press on past the 100 page mark to where things take off, it turns out to be a fun, plot twisting adventure. Books with quests have got to be one of my favorite things! Especially when, along the way, more characters are introduced. Zafira was a decent main character, nothing really stood out about her for me though. Then there is Nasir, bless his heart, he is a mess. Both main characters were constantly having to face their fears and their pasts during this magical journey, which gave them time to grow. The side characters added so much to the story and I really liked the banter between them, especially in the darker moments of the plot, and they all had to figure out how to work together. I liked that even though some of our characters face dark moments, there were positive messages throughout the story like love, friendship, loyalty, and redemption. Overall, I enjoyed this one, and will definitely be continuing with the series. Content ⚠️: Language: The only foul language is in Arabic, so I didn’t even know what they were saying TBH. Spice : The romance was a subplot and super slow burn. There is intense attraction between them, touching and holding but nothing inappropriate. Violence: There is violence, but to me it was pretty typical YA style and tame.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #145,407 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #110 in Teen & Young Adult Fantasy Romance #197 in Teen & Young Adult Epic Fantasy #264 in Teen & Young Adult Sword & Sorcery Fantasy |
| Book 1 of 2  | Sands of Arawiya |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (6,501) |
| Dimensions  | 5.6 x 1.2 x 8.23 inches |
| Edition  | Reprint |
| Grade level  | 4 - 7 |
| ISBN-10  | 125025079X |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1250250797 |
| Item Weight  | 2.31 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 480 pages |
| Publication date  | December 1, 2020 |
| Publisher  | Square Fish |
| Reading age  | 14 - 18 years |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An amazing debut fantasy!
*by A***I on May 27, 2019*

Ok, where do I start with this book? Ever since I read it I’ve been gushing about it nonstop, so I might as well put my thoughts into a proper review! The book itself? Even without reading it, anyone who picks it up will agree that it has one of the most gorgeous designs out there. The intricate Arabic designs, the metallic, calligraphy-inspired typography, and of course the super-cool artwork of Zafira all lent to a spellbinding cover (This is one of those books you can rightfully judge by its cover). Now on to the story. The world that Hafsah creates will draw you in immediately. It’s vivid, beautiful, and also quite dangerous. The way Hafsah writes, you can actually picture the sand dunes, the Arz forest, the minarets, and the oceans in your head. The way Arabic culture was incorporated into the setting was done amazingly. The magic that Hafsah creates for the world of Arawiya fits perfectly into the setting and plot. I quite liked the concept of unique “affinities”. I was also pleased with the way Hafsah made sure to define the magic’s rules and history, as I’ve found a lot of YA fantasy authors tend to not do this properly, thus creating unpredictable plot events and essentially losing control of their setting. The plot was excellently woven together. There wasn’t a single boring page, and any loose ends were all tied up by the end of the book. Hafsah’s writing took me on a rollercoaster of emotions; it struck the perfect balance between action-packed battle scenes, laugh-out-loud moments, and deep, emotional and many times heartwarming parts. The main characters were all so lovable and had their own unique personalities. I absolutely loved the female characters, they were fierce, vulnerable, funny, and all around amazing. While I feel that Kifah was really not necessary for the story at all, she was still a great character. The relationships between them, whether between Zafira and her mother, or her sister, her best friend, or her new companion, were all incredibly written. The male characters were of course, amazing as well! In particular, I admire the way Nasir’s character arc was written, it was complex and didn’t simply resign him to a “brooding character with a tragic backstory” trope. In the end, I could not decide whether he was truly good or evil, because characters are much more than just that. However, I did feel that the relationship with Zafira and and Nasir could have been handled better. First, there was hardly enough mourning for Deen on Zafira’s part, especially considering her close friendship (which I saw so much of) with him since childhood. I also feel that Zafira and Nasir’s relationship progressed just a little too fast, though it is good that nothing was resolved between them by the end. This made sense as it would be impossible for each to completely disregard their history as enemies, and the missions that each set out with. That said, I’m so proud of Hafsah for everything she’s accomplished and wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors. This was a wonderful read!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ YA Arabian Inspired Fantasy
*by B***3 on August 2, 2024*

3.5 Stars ✨ “We hunt the flame, the light in the darkness, the good this world deserves.” We Hunt the Flame is a duel POV, set in an Arabian Mystical world. It follows FMC Zafira, a huntress - who dresses up as a boy and goes into the cursed forest, that no one else can navigate, to hunt so she can feed her people. She cannot let people know she is a girl or she would lose all her credibility and achievements. She lives in the land of Arawiya, which used to have magic but no longer does. One day she is tasked by the silver witch to go to this sandy mystical island Sharr, and retrieve something that will help restore magic. MMC Nasir, is the Prince of Arawiya, also known as the Prince of darkness, is an assassin who kills for his evil father the Sultan. His father finds out that the notorious “hunter” is going to Sharr for something and tells Nasir to follow, kill the hunter, and take whatever they retrieve. An ancient evil stirs as they embark on this quest, and what they seek may be a greater threat than either imagined. I gotta admit, this book took about 100 pages to really get me fully invested. The beginning was a lot of world building and setting the stage for what was to come. It wasn’t boring, just the pacing was a bit slow. The writing was beautiful, so if you can press on past the 100 page mark to where things take off, it turns out to be a fun, plot twisting adventure. Books with quests have got to be one of my favorite things! Especially when, along the way, more characters are introduced. Zafira was a decent main character, nothing really stood out about her for me though. Then there is Nasir, bless his heart, he is a mess. Both main characters were constantly having to face their fears and their pasts during this magical journey, which gave them time to grow. The side characters added so much to the story and I really liked the banter between them, especially in the darker moments of the plot, and they all had to figure out how to work together. I liked that even though some of our characters face dark moments, there were positive messages throughout the story like love, friendship, loyalty, and redemption. Overall, I enjoyed this one, and will definitely be continuing with the series. Content ⚠️: Language: The only foul language is in Arabic, so I didn’t even know what they were saying TBH. Spice : The romance was a subplot and super slow burn. There is intense attraction between them, touching and holding but nothing inappropriate. Violence: There is violence, but to me it was pretty typical YA style and tame.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***H on December 6, 2022*

Absolutely love the story haven’t finished it yet but so far so good

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