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A Tempest of Tea

Hafsah Faizal

297 Pages
2024

A Tempest of Tea

Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)

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Get ready to step into the intoxicating world of White Roaring, where vampires mingle with humans and secrets brew stronger than the finest tea. Arthie Casimir, a cunning criminal mastermind, runs a popular tearoom by day that transforms into a haven for vampires by night. When her carefully crafted world is threatened, she must forge alliances with unlikely allies, including a seductive adversary, to protect everything she holds dear.

Key Themes

1

Duality and Deception

Arthie's life is built on secrets. Her tearoom serves as a mask for her dealings with vampires, forcing her to navigate a double life fraught with danger. This theme explores the complexities of identity and the lengths one will go to protect their true self. We see this duality reflected in the city itself, where the glittering facade of society hides a dark underbelly of secrets and conspiracies.

2

Found Family and Unlikely Alliances

Orphaned at a young age, Arthie finds solace and strength in her chosen family of outcasts and criminals. To save her business, she must learn to trust even her enemies, forging alliances with individuals as dangerous as they are alluring. This theme highlights the power of loyalty and the bonds that can form in the face of adversity, even between those who seemingly have nothing in common.

3

Power and Control

"A Tempest of Tea" delves into the different forms power can take, from social influence and wealth to knowledge and magical abilities. Arthie, despite her lack of supernatural powers, wields control through her intelligence, network, and carefully guarded secrets. As she dives deeper into the vampire society, she uncovers a web of power struggles and conspiracies that threaten to unravel the fragile peace of White Roaring.

FAQ's

It's the first book in a planned duology, so expect an exciting continuation of Arthie's story!

While "A Tempest of Tea" features a new cast of characters and a different world, fans of Faizal's writing will appreciate the similar themes of found family, strong female characters, and captivating world-building.

With its blend of fantasy, romance, and intrigue, "A Tempest of Tea" is perfect for Young Adult and adult readers who enjoy fast-paced stories with compelling characters and a touch of magic.

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