Robin Miles narrates this truly epic fantasy by debut author Rena Barron. Arrah lives in a world in which magic is power—a power that has passed her by. Born into a family of tribal witch doctors, Arrah’s voice is infused with determination and strength as she struggles with the shameful decision to trade years of her life in exchange for the magic that she feels she is owed. As violence and betrayal threaten to take over her country and destroy tribal lands and cultures, Arrah must face the vicious and mercurial natures of demons, gods, monsters, and her own past. Miles weaves the voices of these varied characters with authentic-sounding accents and tonal changes that make the cast easily distinguishable and full of vivid personalities. H.C. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine
Kingdom of Souls
Narrated by Robin Miles
Rena BarronUnabridged — 16 hours, 16 minutes
Kingdom of Souls
Narrated by Robin Miles
Rena BarronUnabridged — 16 hours, 16 minutes
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Overview
A girl with no gifts must bargain for the power to fight her own mother's dark schemes-even if the price is her life.
Crackling with dark magic, unspeakable betrayal, and daring twists you won't see coming, this explosive YA fantasy debut is a can't-miss, high-stakes epic perfect for fans of Legendborn, Strange the Dreamer, and Children of Blood and Bone.
“Magnetic and addictive. This book is black girl magic at its finest.”-New York Times bestselling author Dhonielle Clayton
Heir to two lines of powerful witchdoctors, Arrah yearns for magic of her own. Yet she fails at bone magic, fails to call upon her ancestors, and fails to live up to her family's legacy. Under the disapproving eye of her mother, the Kingdom's most powerful priestess and seer, she fears she may never be good enough.
But when the Kingdom's children begin to disappear, Arrah is desperate enough to turn to a forbidden, dangerous ritual. If she has no magic of her own, she'll have to buy it-by trading away years of her own life.
Arrah's borrowed power reveals a nightmarish betrayal, and on its heels, a rising tide of darkness that threatens to consume her and all those she loves. She must race to unravel a twisted and deadly scheme... before the fight costs more than she can afford.
Set in a richly imagined world inspired by whispered tales of voodoo and folk magic, Rena Barron's captivating debut is the beginning of a thrilling saga about a girl caught between gods, monsters, and the gift and the curse of power.
“Masterful.” -SLJ (starred review)
Editorial Reviews
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
“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
★ “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
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.
A tough-as-nails protagonist overcomes odds stacked heavily against her in this captivating debut.
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.
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.
Driven by intricate mythology with meddlesome, vengeful gods. Fantasy fans will find a refreshing, beautifully crafted setting in this novel.
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!
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.
Crackling with tension, this masterpiece of escalating stakes doesn’t pull its punches.
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.
A tough-as-nails protagonist overcomes odds stacked heavily against her in this captivating debut.
Driven by intricate mythology with meddlesome, vengeful gods. Fantasy fans will find a refreshing, beautifully crafted setting in this novel.
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.
Driven by intricate mythology with meddlesome, vengeful gods. Fantasy fans will find a refreshing, beautifully crafted setting in this novel.
Robin Miles narrates this truly epic fantasy by debut author Rena Barron. Arrah lives in a world in which magic is power—a power that has passed her by. Born into a family of tribal witch doctors, Arrah’s voice is infused with determination and strength as she struggles with the shameful decision to trade years of her life in exchange for the magic that she feels she is owed. As violence and betrayal threaten to take over her country and destroy tribal lands and cultures, Arrah must face the vicious and mercurial natures of demons, gods, monsters, and her own past. Miles weaves the voices of these varied characters with authentic-sounding accents and tonal changes that make the cast easily distinguishable and full of vivid personalities. H.C. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine
Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940173577474 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | HarperCollins |
| Publication date: | 09/03/2019 |
| Edition description: | Unabridged |
| Age Range: | 10 - 13 Years |
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