Returning to the world of S.A. Chakraborty's Daevabad Trilogy, this collection of short stories follows the perspectives of some of the main characters in the series and takes place during various points over the course of the three books and beyond. Readers will quickly be swept back up into the magical realm of djinn as they eagerly consume these glimpses into fan-favorite characters lives, with one post-Empire of Gold story which exemplifies the richness of detail and character that the series uses to pull on the audience's heartstrings serving as a true treat for those desperately wanting more from this world. Fans of the series will be delighted with this entry and reminded of what drew them to it in the first place.

The River of Silver is an excellent addition to Chakraborty’s Daevabad Trilogy, providing a delightful return to Daevabad, its inhabitants, and its expansive history. We are offered stories from the past and future, as well as alternative POVs during major book events and peeks into the characters’ lives during the time jumps present in the series. This is a must-read for any fan of the series - returning to this story felt like coming home and reminded me just how much I adore these characters and this rich, fascinating world. If nothing else, this is worth the read just to get to see the soft, tender development of my favorite pairing in the series. I am constantly amazed at how S.A. Chakraborty is able to put me through the emotional wringer, and she’s done it yet again with this collection of stories.