Review: The Phoenix
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 06 16, 2013
I began book 1 of the series late one evening. I was so invested in the outcome I began book 2 sometime after midnight the next morning. I found the things Tanin had to endure mentally and physically at the hands of Tarago and the secondary characters of this series to be appalling. But racism, regardless of where or how it is practiced is appalling, isn't it. After enduring racist comments and acts daily while living with Tarago, Tanin realizes members of her own family are indifferent to them as well. She feels helpless when she realizes that she had also bought into them and become indifferent on some levels. Tanin is young and just beginning her life as an adult. Yet she craves the approval of those around her, including her oppressors. That, and her naivete in childishly stating to all and sundry that she will kill Tarago and that she wants him dead makes her the perfect dupe and leads to her downfall. Never one to stay down long, Tanin's inner strength and the support and love of her family and friends help her rise from the ashes. Both she and Tarago triumph over thier own pride and prejudices to obtain back what is rightfully theirs. An absolutely inspiring read. Very well done Ms. Rabi.