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Children of Blood and Bone (Legacy of Orisha, 1)

Now available in a deluxe paperback edition with gorgeous spray-painted and stenciled edges, Tomi Adeyemi’s ground-breaking West African-inspired fantasy debut conjures a world of magic and danger, perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Sabaa Tahir.

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Published Feb 27, 2024

560 pages

Average rating: 8.2

507 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

Oree
Jun 25, 2025
10/10 stars
I have never read a book like this!! The feeling I got from reading a heroine that was beautiful and powerful that was described to look like my coworkers, friends family and me.... indescribable. To read blackness finally being describe as we are; multifacted! Distinct! Each one unique. I wish books like this were written when I was younger.
Daebug
May 05, 2025
8/10 stars
Loved this story! So much to take in. Fear leads the kingdom to destroy magic and those they believe are evil because of it. But the Maji refuse to let this 2nd chance of magic escape them. two sides either two different agendas. Will the princess and prince be able to join the two together.
WhitneyLinae
Aug 06, 2025
8/10 stars
I really liked this story, just wished some things were a little less predictable but that happens with young love. I also wish the that the battle lasted longer.
wardbunch
Mar 26, 2025
10/10 stars
Great sci-fi, fantasy take on tribal warfare. Can't wait to see how it goes from here.
AlexisTheGreat
Mar 20, 2025
10/10 stars
This book pulled me in from the beginning. A fantasy rooted in West African culture and religion. This captivating story will take you and your emotions on a roller coaster ride. Buckle up.

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