"The Rose and the Dagger" is the sequel to "The Wrath and the Dawn," written by Renée Ahdieh. The story continues to follow the journey of Shahrzad, a young woman who seeks to uncover the truth behind her past and the fate of her beloved, Khalid, the Caliph of Khorasan. Set in a richly imagined world inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, the novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggle for power. As Shahrzad navigates political intrigue and personal challenges, she must confront her own identity and the consequences of her choices.