The Storyteller's daughter - Cameron Dokey

Shaharazad has inherited her mother's storytelling gift and although never accepted by her father's people she uses her gift to bring sanity to the king. King Shahrayar has been betrayed by love and swears to marry and then the next morning kill his wife so that she has no opportunity to betray him. Shaharazad offers herself up as a bride to save others from death. Her stories woo the king, and attempt to restore his heart. This book brings that character of Shaharazad alive rather than just the stories she tells (as told in 1001 Arabian nights). It tells of her mother, her childhood and of the terror and wisdom in her actions towards the king she loves. I loved the book! I liked the way that Shaharazad is portrayed as a feminist and in her tales it is the woman who are most wise. Although I know Shaharazad's story there were enough twist in the story line to keep it suspenseful and enjoyable. 8/10