In a Kingdom Built on Secrets, Her Hidden Magic Could Destroy Everything.A heart-pounding Yoruba inspired fantasy set in an epic world of courtly intrigue and forbidden powerRich worldbuilding inspired by Yoruba mythology and a strong cast of characters. This debut fantasy shines as bright as the sun L. R. LAMIn the Kingdom of Oru Lore has a secret. She is the only one without agbara the ability to harness power from the sun. On pain of death she must conceal it from everyone. Including her best friend, Alawani.But when the gods declare Alawani an Alufaa High Priest a great honour where he will serve the gods and the Kingdom he must be stripped of his power in a brutal trial likely to kill him. Unwilling to bear his death, Lore vows to rescue him.When she desperately attempts to channel agbara an icy shadow magic instead pours from her hands; a power she learns originated from a forbidden, secret land beyond Oru.In this place, she and Alawani must seek sanctuary from those pursuing them. But soon they will discover a secret that could bring the kingdom to its knees . . .__Early Readers are fanning the flames of Firstborn of the Sun!I was completely hooked. The tale delves deeply into African mythology, with storytelling that feels timeless ***** 5 star reader reviewThis book is a breath of fresh, fiery air . . . the plot? Absolutely jaw-dropping. Im talking "mouth open, phone slipping from my hands" levels of shock ***** 5 star reader reviewWowowow this book was incredible . . . a completely new vibe of its own - a richly layered magic system, stunning worldbuilding, and characters so compellingly complex youll root for all of them at some point (even when theyre at odds) ***** 5 star reader reviewBoth magical and meaningful ... a stunning tribute to Yoruba heritage, and I highly recommend it to anyone who loves culturally rich fantasy ***** 5 star reader reviewAbsolutely radiant. Anson has created a captivating, intricate world with characters who will stay with me for a long time. A perfect balance of political machinations and aching romance, wrapped up in a fast-paced action packed adventure. I loved it! BEA FITZGERALD, author of Girl Goddess QueenA searing tale of ambition, love and survival . . . This is a wildly imaginative debut which begins an epic story HANNAH KANER, author of GodkillerA dazzling debut, with characters that leap off the page and burrow into your heart. Filled with love, betrayal, and questions of loyalty, the twists and turns this story takes will keep you reading late into the night ANDREA STEWART, author of The Gods BelowFierce, exciting and utterly original, Firstborn of the Sun is an enthralling and epic fantasy, with a beautiful and tender romance at its center ANNA DAY, author of The Girl who Grew WingsEpic and gorgeous, Firstborn of the Sun, enraptures readers in the rich, complex Kingdom of Oru with intricate magic, fascinating politics, swoony romance, and gasp-worthy twists. A radiant debut, not to miss!DHONIELLE CLAYTON, a...
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