A CROWN OF WISHES by Roshani Chokshi

A Crown of Wishes (The Star-Touched Queen #2)

by Roshani Chokshi 

Gauri, the princess of Bharata, has been taken as a prisoner of war by her kingdom’s enemies. Faced with a future of exile and scorn, Gauri has nothing left to lose. Hope unexpectedly comes in the form of Vikram, the cunning prince of a neighboring land and her sworn enemy kingdom. Unsatisfied with becoming a mere puppet king, Vikram offers Gauri a chance to win back her kingdom in exchange for her battle prowess. Together, they’ll have to set aside their differences and team up to win the Tournament of Wishes—a competition held in a mythical city where the Lord of Wealth promises a wish to the victor.

Reaching the tournament is just the beginning. Once they arrive, danger takes on new shapes: poisonous courtesans and mischievous story birds, a feast of fears and twisted fairy revels.

Every which way they turn new trials will test their wit and strength. But what Gauri and Vikram will soon discover is that there’s nothing more dangerous than what they most desire.

What I thought:

I don't think it's a secret that I loved THE STAR-TOUCHED QUEEN. Loved. Like, I may have an unhealthy obsession with it and I don't care. I was so excited to get my hands on this book, but then I was so nervous to read it, because how could it be as good as TSTQ?

I know, crazy of me to doubt Roshani Chokshi, right? Right. OMG I raced through the beginning and then slowed down to savor the end, because nooooo... I didn't want it to end. I love Guari. She's kick-ass and fearless, and did I mention stubborn. <3 And Vikram... swoons. At first, the two of them together was like banging cymbals, so wrong and so right. And then it was perfect. 

Roshani's writing is beautiful. As in every word is a work of art. The world-building is so layered and the story is fascinating. It's official. I will devour everything she writes. 

And I can't recommend this book enough!

Rating: ***** 5 stars

Have you read ACOW? Are you dying to read it? What is your most anticipated book of 2017? I love comments. Leave me a comment and find me on twitter @chellypike. 

Happy reading,

Chelly

* I received an eARC of this title in exchange for an honest review, but I had already pre-ordered it, so not sure if that matters.