For the First Born of the Muzina people, life is a cursed existence meant to offer their mothers a chance to develop strength of character and prove self worth. When allowed to live, these babes are set on a path of torment and ill fortune that hounds their lives until they finally perish. Kathiz T'Kazan, a boy of unquenchable hope, does not shy away from living, and so willfully faces the consequences...
This is a hidden gem in the fantasy genre! The world building, the different and varying cultures and societies, and the wonderfully crafted characters all exist in a beautifully woven tale of happiness, solidarity, and the strength in sorrow and trials. I highly recommend First Born as you journey through a world full of life and vibrancy, brought into focus by the characters that exist within it.
At the back is a very thorough and detailed lexicon of images, phrases, and speech translations for the many wonderful phrases of the cultural diversity of the world!
I cant wait for more and to see where Astra's next book takes me!