Praise for Reaper of Souls: "Romance, magic, and strategic diplomacy come at a pace that offers no time to look back. Hand this to lovers of kingdom fantasy. It's sure to please." -- Booklist (starred review) "Barron once more expertly paces her plot twists. This novel continues the epic proportions of the last in another high stakes West African-inspired fantasy where anyone, even the orishas, can die." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "This story, with its remarkably well-spun plot twists, is a satisfying, fast-paced, and almost brutal sequel. Intense, raw, real, and sure to please." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for Kingdom of Souls: "Magnetic and addictive, Kingdom of Souls turns ambition into sacrifice and blood into power.
Magic is always worth the price--and the pain--and this book is black girl magic at its finest." -- Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles "I couldn't get enough of Kingdom of Souls. Wonderfully written, and full of dark magic and danger, it was a story I couldn't wait to escape into. Highly recommended!" -- Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Three Dark Crowns series "Masterful. From start to finish, this magical debut is not to be missed." -- School Library Journal (starred review) "Powerful. Captivating. Heart-wrenching.
Rena Barron has crafted a thrilling, twisty, unputdownable epic about a complex, brave young woman who must find the true magic within herself in order to fight for her family, her people, and her life." -- Samira Ahmed, New York Times bestselling author of Love, Hate & Other Filters and Internment "A tough-as-nails protagonist overcomes odds stacked heavily against her in this captivating debut." -- Booklist "Barron's lush prose and boundless imagination enchant the reader with a vivid world, compelling characters, and twists to keep you reading all night. Kingdom of Souls spellbinds with fresh and dazzling magic." -- Elly Blake, New York Times bestselling author of Frostblood "Set in a lushly drawn and fresh magical world, Kingdom of Souls was a wild, heart-wrenching ride. Every turn took me by surprise, and these unforgettable characters face a complex evil that threatens from both without and within. Readers won't be able to put this one down." -- Mindee Arnett, award-winning author of Onyx & Ivory "Lush, captivating, and full of my favorite things: a vivid world, a cast of compelling characters, and a young heroine ready to rise and fearlessly fight for her beliefs.
This powerful coming of age story lingers long after the final page." -- Rebecca Ross, author of The Queen's Rising "Crackling with tension, this masterpiece of escalating stakes doesn't pull its punches." -- Rebecca Schaeffer, author of Not Even Bones "Driven by intricate mythology with meddlesome, vengeful gods. Fantasy fans will find a refreshing, beautifully crafted setting in this novel." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books.