Song of Wraiths and Ruin

Description: "For Malik, the Solstasia festival is a chance to escape his war-stricken home and start a new life with his sisters in the prosperous desert city of Ziran. But when a vengeful spirit abducts his younger sister Nadia as payment to enter the city, Malik strikes a fatal deal: kill Karina, crown princess of Ziran, in exchange for Nadia's freedom"--Dust jacket flap.

Brief description:

Roseanne A. Brown is an immigrant from the West African nation of Ghana and a graduate of the University of Maryland, where she completed the Jimenez-Porter Writers' House program. Her work has been featured by Voice of America, among other outlets. A Song of Wraiths and Ruin is her debut novel. You can visit her online at roseanneabrown.com.

Review Quotes:

"A refreshing, immersive debut that should be on every fantasy lover's shelf, A Song of Wraiths and Ruin introduces a dazzling new talent in Roseanne A. Brown" - Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author of And I Darken

"With the heart-pounding action of Children of Blood and Bone, the magic of Spirited Away, and the twisty alluring intrigue of Game of Thrones, A Song of Wraiths and Ruin is a MASTERPIECE." - Brittney Morris, author of SLAY

"A dazzling debut, sparkling with delicious magic, romance, and intrigue. Brown weaves a story that will sink its teeth into you and won't let go, even after the last page." - Swati Teerdhala, author of The Tiger at Midnight

"Set in a world of ancient magic, Brown spins a fantastical tale that is full of heart, adventure, and intrigue. Readers will delight in the lush details of a world and characters so vividly drawn that they leap off the page." - Rena Barron, author of Kingdom of Souls

"A Song of Wraiths and Ruin is a stunning fantasy featuring characters you will simultaneously root for and against as you try to determine who you want to succeed. Roseanne A. Brown's debut will grab you by the heart and stab you in the feels." - Rachel Strolle, Teen Services Coordinator, Glenside Public Library District

"An action-packed tale of injustice, magic, and romance, this novel immerses readers in a thrilling world and narrative tantamount to that of Children of Blood and Bone." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Impressive world-building, beautiful writing, and surprising plot twists.... Perfect for fans of Tomi Adeyemi (Children of Blood and Bone), Sabaa Tahir (An Ember in the Ashes), and Tochi Onyebuchi (Beasts Made of Night)." - Horn Book Magazine

"Will leave readers wanting more.... This will appeal to those who love gentle male protagonists, strong female leads, and worlds filled with magic!" - School Library Journal

"A rapturous love story with wickedly delicious magic and bloody stakes, A Song of Wraiths and Ruin is a heart-racing epic that can't be missed." - Dhonielle Clayton, New York Times bestselling author of The Belles series

"A supernatural love story inspired by West African folklore and dripping in political commentary and modern parallels." - BookPage (starred review)

"Revitalizing and exciting, Brown's debut breathes life into ancient but still relevant folk stories." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"An explosive, stunning fantasy debut... Brown's world building is diverse and brimming with political intrigue, magic, and a burgeoning romance in the best of ways. Notably, Brown uses a lush fantasy backdrop to poignantly discuss real-world issues." - ALA Booklist (starred review)

"This epic story is brimming with trickster spirits, rich culture, and an organically developing romance that make every twist and turn more interesting than the last....Brown's novel will easily fit on shelves next to other great West African-inspired fantasies like Adeyemi's Children of Blood and Bone and Ifueko's Raybearer, and the ending makes it apparent that Malik and Karina's story has (thankfully) only just begun."