Children of Blood and Bone

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

562 RATINGS

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Readers say *Children of Blood and Bone* offers vivid world-building rooted in West African mythology, with fast-paced storytelling and strong, relata...

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.
grace bee
Jan 24, 2026
10/10 stars
I wept at the end of this book. Children of Blood and Bone is a magical, heart-wrenching story about courage, friendship, and fighting for what’s right. I couldn’t put it down.
elliebell
Jan 21, 2026
8/10 stars
soo good but inan pisses me off bro
TheBookishOne
Dec 27, 2025
10/10 stars
This book kept me turning engaged the whole time. Excellent writing as well.

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