Joyful and truly original

Katherine Rundell, author of IMPOSSIBLE CREATURES

A future classic that fizzes with originality, pulses with compassion and calls for us to use our power for good. When it arrives, I will be jumping on the sequel with my whole heart

A.F. Steadman, author of the SKANDAR series

Beautiful storytelling. I love the unique concept, and the vivid, exciting setting made this a joy to read. Mayowa is someone I can't wait to spend more time with

Clare Weze, author of THE LIGHTNING CATCHER and THE STORM SWIMMER

Onuzo has crafted an exhilarating fantasy tale

Financial Times