Step into the enchanting world of Orïsha with Tomi Adeyemi’s debut novel, Children of Blood and Bone. A magical narrative inspired by West African mythology, this gripping tale follows the story of Zélie Adebola, a young girl determined to restore magic to her land.
Once, Orïsha was alive with the sounds of magic—the flames of Burners, the waves conjured by Tiders, and the souls summoned by Zélie’s Reaper mother. However, everything changed when a ruthless king ordered the annihilation of maji, stripping Zélie of her mother and her people of hope. In this heart-wrenching, yet exhilarating journey, Zélie teams up with a rogue princess to rekindle magic and challenge the oppressive monarchy.
Filled with vivid imagery and vibrant characters, Children of Blood and Bone explores themes of resilience, courage, and self-discovery. Zélie’s quest is not just against the crown prince, who seeks to eradicate magic for good, but also an internal battle as she learns to harness her powers while grappling with her feelings for an enemy. From predatory snow leoponaires to haunting spirits, every turn in the story breathes life into the struggles Zélie faces.
Praise for this outstanding work is abundant; it has been recognized as an Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller, a TIME Top 100 Fantasy Book, and has received an overwhelming positive response from critics and readers alike. Children of Blood and Bone is not just a story; it’s a powerful call to rise up and reclaim one's magic.
This book is the first in the Legacy of Orïsha Series, followed by Children of Virtue and Vengeance and Children of Anguish and Anarchy.
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