



Read by Tim Ferriss, Barack Obama, Ray Dalio and 18 others

by Nnedi Okorafor · 2010 · 386 pages

George R.R. Martin
In a post-apocalyptic Africa where the light-skinned Nuru oppress the dark-skinned Okeke, a child of rape named Onyesonwu discovers she possesses dangerous magical abilities. As she grows into her power, she embarks on a journey to confront her sorcerer father and fulfill a destiny that could end the cycle of genocide. The narrative explores themes of tribalism, gender violence, and the spiritual traditions of a future Saharan landscape.
Published
2010
Pages
386
Language
en
ISBN
9780756406691
Awards & Recognition
Series
Part 1 of Who Fears Death
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