A Song of Wraiths and Ruin (Hardback)
Roseanne A. Brown (author)Published: 09/07/2020
Fusing West African folklore with classic fantasy, Brown’s wonderfully realised epic pits a princess and a refugee against each other as mutual attraction between them grows. A masterclass in richly imagined world-building, A Song of Wraiths and Ruin sings with romance and adventure.
An instant New York Times bestseller!
The first in a gripping fantasy duology inspired by West African folklore in which a grieving crown princess and a desperate refugee find themselves on a collision course to murder each other despite their growing attraction-from debut author Roseanne A. Brown. This New York Times bestseller is perfect for fans of Tomi Adeyemi, Renee Ahdieh, and Sabaa Tahir.
For Malik, the Solstasia festival is a chance to escape his war-stricken home and start a new life with his sisters in the prosperous desert city of Ziran. But when a vengeful spirit abducts his younger sister, Nadia, as payment to enter the city, Malik strikes a fatal deal-kill Karina, Crown Princess of Ziran, for Nadia's freedom.
But Karina has deadly aspirations of her own. Her mother, the Sultana, has been assassinated; her court threatens mutiny; and Solstasia looms like a knife over her neck. Grief-stricken, Karina decides to resurrect her mother through ancient magic . . . requiring the beating heart of a king. And she knows just how to obtain one: by offering her hand in marriage to the victor of the Solstasia competition.
When Malik rigs his way into the contest, they are set on a heart-pounding course to destroy each other. But as attraction flares between them and ancient evils stir, will they be able to see their tasks to the death?
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
ISBN: 9780062891495
Number of pages: 480
Weight: 524 g
Dimensions: 210 x 140 x 37 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
'An explosive, stunning fantasy debut... Brown's world building is diverse and brimming with political intrigue, magic, and a burgeoning romance in the best of ways. Notably, Brown uses a lush fantasy backdrop to poignantly discuss real-world issues.' - ALA Booklist
'Revitalizing and exciting, Brown's debut breathes life into ancient but still relevant folk stories.' - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
'An action-packed tale of injustice, magic, and romance, this novel immerses readers in a thrilling world and narrative tantamount to that of Children of Blood and Bone.' - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
'This epic story is brimming with trickster spirits, rich culture, and an organically developing romance that make every twist and turn more interesting than the last....Brown's novel will easily fit on shelves next to other great West African-inspired fantasies like Adeyemi's Children of Blood and Bone and Ifueko's Raybearer, and the ending makes it apparent that Malik and Karina's story has (thankfully) only just begun.' - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review)
'A supernatural love story inspired by West African folklore and dripping in political commentary and modern parallels.' - BookPage (starred review)
'Will leave readers wanting more.... This will appeal to those who love gentle male protagonists, strong female leads, and worlds filled with magic!' - School Library Journal
'A rapturous love story with wickedly delicious magic and bloody stakes, A Song of Wraiths and Ruin is a heart-racing epic that can't be missed.' - Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles series
'A refreshing, immersive debut that should be on every fantasy lover's shelf, A Song of Wraiths and Ruin introduces a dazzling new talent in Roseanne A. Brown' - Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author of And I Darken
'With the heart-pounding action of Children of Blood and Bone, the magic of Spirited Away, and the twisty alluring intrigue of Game of Thrones, A Song of Wraiths and Ruin is a MASTERPIECE.' - Brittney Morris, author of SLAY
'A dazzling debut, sparkling with delicious magic, romance, and intrigue. Brown weaves a story that will sink its teeth into you and won't let go, even after the last page.' - Swati Teerdhala, author of The Tiger at Midnight
'Set in a world of ancient magic, Brown spins a fantastical tale that is full of heart, adventure, and intrigue. Readers will delight in the lush details of a world and characters so vividly drawn that they leap off the page.' - Rena Barron, author of Kingdom of Souls
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