Description
Snow Like Ashes
Book summary
In a world where the magic of the kingdoms has been fragmented, young Meira dreams of becoming a warrior to liberate her enslaved people. Alongside the future king, she trains to face the dark magic of Angra and recover the locket containing the essence of her kingdom, Winter. This first installment of the saga combines action, loyalty, and a search for identity in an epic fantasy setting. A breakneck story that explores the power of dreams and the fight for one's own destiny.
What is it about?
Sixteen years ago, the kingdom of Winter was defeated and its magic was trapped in a locket that was broken into pieces. A group of eight survivors managed to escape and has lived in hiding ever since, struggling to survive without the power of their land. Meira, an orphan raised among the refugees, and the young heir to the throne train tirelessly to recover the fragments of the locket and restore the magic of Winter. Their goal is to liberate the slaves suffering under the yoke of the tyrant Angra. However, Meira's path will be marked not only by combat and strategy, but also by internal conflicts, mixed feelings, and the need to believe in herself to forge her own destiny.
Main themes
- Fight for the liberation of an oppressed people.
- Search for personal identity and self-discovery.
- Loyalty, friendship, and the conflicts of duty versus one's own desires.
- Elemental magic and the power of lockets as a source of life and resistance.
- Overcoming internal doubts to achieve dreams.
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at young adult readers who love epic fantasy with strong female protagonists. It is ideal for those who enjoy plots involving magical kingdoms, rebellions, warrior training, and romances intertwined with action. It will also be attractive to followers of authors like Sarah J. Maas or Sabaa Tahir who look for detailed worlds and determined heroines.
What this book offers
- A complex female protagonist who evolves from insecurity to determination.
- An original magic system based on seasonal kingdoms and lockets.
- An agile plot with plot twists that maintain narrative tension.
- An exploration of themes such as sacrifice, loyalty, and the power of hope.
- The beginning of a saga that invites you to continue reading the following installments.
Technical sheet
- Author: Raasch, Sara
- Publisher: Editorial Del Nuevo Extremo, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: General arts aspects, Fantasy, Children's and young adult fiction and true stories
- Collection: Children's Fiction
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: March 2016
- Number of pages: 448
- Weight: 550 g
Editorial review
Snow Like Ashes is Sara Raasch's debut and presents a solid proposal within young adult fantasy. The author builds a world with an interesting magical foundation and a protagonist who connects with the reader through her vulnerability and her strength. The plot balances action, politics, and emotions, offering an entertaining read that hooks you from the very first pages. It is a recommended option for those looking for a fantasy saga with shades of adventure and personal growth.