Soon, both may have to reckon with changing hearts-and maybe, changing destinies.

Teens ally across social boundaries in sweet fantasy novel. But the longer they’re kept apart, the more each of their loyalties are tested. Read Common Sense Medias Beasts of Prey review, age rating, and parents guide. Koffi and Ekon-separated by land, sea, and gods-will have to risk everything to reunite again. But as he gets closer to the realm of death each day, so too does he draw nearer to a terrible truth-one that could cost everything. In this blockbuster fantasy series, perfect for fans of Firekeepers Daughter and Iron Widow, fate binds two Black teenagers together as. As she reluctantly learns to survive amidst unexpected friends and foes, she will also have to choose between the life-and love-she once had, or the one she could have, if she truly embraces her dangerous gifts.Ĭast out from the only home he’s ever known, Ekon is forced to strike new and unconventional alliances to find and rescue Koffi before it’s too late. Now a servant to the cunning god of death, she must use her newfound power to further his continental conquest, or risk the safety of her home and loved ones. Koffi has saved her city and the boy she loves, but at a terrible price. I’m actually stunned that this a debut novel, the writing was superb. While this book wasn’t enough for me to want to keep on my shelves, I still look forward to book two in this series and can’t wait to see the tv show /movie about it. The author managed to create an incredible, richly detailed world, based on Pan-African mythology that was pure magic. In this much anticipated follow up to New York Times bestselling Beasts of Prey, Koffi’s powers grow stronger and Ekon’s secrets turn darker as they face the god of death. I was able to get my book signed and meet Ayanna herself in the first official day of signing books /book tour and she’s a delight I’m happy to be able to support her.

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