The Stardust Thief was everything I hoped it would be and more. It follows Loulie, a criminal who finds and sells illegal magic. When she draws the eye of the sultan, she is set on a perilous quest with her bodyguard, a thief, and a prince. From the first chapter, I loved the style of writing. Abdullah has such a smooth and flowing style, communicating a lot of information about world-building without making it feel overwhelming. The writing itself is beautiful, painting a stunning picture with lots of sensory and visual details. 

 

I loved the characters so much, especially Loulie! Watching her journey of growth was very satisfying and I can’t wait to see where her adventures take her next. The Stardust Thief is a fantastic read with morally gray characters, deep secrets, and mysterious magic. The magic behind the relics was so imaginative and interesting to learn about. The world-building is rich with stories and lore seamlessly woven into the main tale. Readers who seek a dangerous quest, an unlikely crew teaming up, and gorgeous writing will love The Stardust Thief! I would also recommend this book for fans of S.A. Chakraborty and Hafsah Faizal. 

 

I’m so excited to find out what happens next; The Stardust Thief left me eager for the sequel! Abdullah is an extremely talented writer and I’m looking forward to reading more from her. Thank you to Chelsea Abdullah, Orbit, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.