Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Empire of Sand | 2018 | Tasha Suri | Buy |
| 2 | Realm of Ash | 2019 | Tasha Suri | Buy |
The Books of Ambha is Tasha Suri’s debut duology, consisting of Empire of Sand (2018) and Realm of Ash (2019). The series is set in a fantasy world inspired by Mughal India, where magic is tied to ancient rites and the gods who shaped the land.
Empire of Sand follows Mehr, a noblewoman whose mixed heritage gives her access to forbidden powers. Realm of Ash shifts focus to her sister Arwa, who must navigate political intrigue and supernatural danger on her own terms. The duology established Suri’s reputation for building fantasy worlds rooted in South Asian history rather than the European medieval settings more commonly found in the genre.