ISBN: 9780593405703
Editorial: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
Autor: Gray, Ayana
Año de edición: 2022
N° Paginas: 528
Tipo de pasta: Pasta blanda
Descripción: Product DescriptionIn this blockbuster fantasy series, perfect for fans of Firekeeper’s Daughter and Iron Widow, fate binds two Black teenagers together as they journey into a magical jungle to hunt down a vicious monster.“Rich in magic and mythos, Beasts of Prey is a feast for all the senses.” —Renée Ahdieh, New York Times bestselling author of The BeautifulAn Instant New York Times and Indie BestsellerThere’s no such thing as magic in the broken city of Lkossa, especially for sixteen-year-old Koffi, who indentured to the notorious Night Zoo, knows the fearsome creatures in her care and paying off her family's debts to secure their eventual freedom can be her only focus. But the night those she loves are gravely threatened by the Zoo’s cruel master, Koffi unleashes a power she doesn’t fully understand, upending her life completely.As the second son of a decorated hero, Ekon is all but destined to become a Son of the Six—an elite warrior—and uphold a family legacy. But on the night of his final rite of passage, Ekon encounters not only the Shetani—a vicious monster that has plagued the city for nearly a century and stalks his nightmares—but Koffi who seems to have the power to ward off the beast. Koffi’s power ultimately saves Ekon, but his choice to let her flee dooms his hopes of becoming a warrior.Desperate to redeem himself, Ekon vows to hunt the Shetani and end its reign of terror, but he can’t do it alone. Koffi and Ekon form a tentative alliance and together enter the Greater Jungle, a world steeped in wild, frightening magic and untold dangers. The hunt begins. But it quickly becomes unclear whether they are the hunters or the hunted.“The hunt for your next YA fantasy book trilogy obsession has ended.” —Entertainment WeeklyReviewPraise for Beasts of Prey:An Instant New York Times BestsellerAn Indie BestsellerA 2022 Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the YearA 2022 YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults PickA 2021 Kirkus Best BookA 2021 New York Public Library Best Book PickA 2021 Chicago Public Library Best Book PickA 2021 Tor.com Young Adult Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror Best Book PickA 2021 Parade Best YA Book PickA 2021 Black Caucus American Library Association Best of the Best Booklist PickAn Apple Best Book of the Month Pick – October 2021An Amazon Best Book of the Month – October 2021An Indie Next Pick“Rich and powerful.” —O, The Oprah Magazine"The hunt for your next YA fantasy book trilogy obsession has ended." —Entertainment Weekly“A propulsive mystery mixed with a moving coming-of-age tale and a touch of romance, Beasts of Prey asks: When we go into the jungle, who will we be when we come out?” —The New York Times Book Review“A new epic fantasy series.” —POPSUGAR“Step into the lush, magical jungles of your new young-adult fantasy obsession. . . Much more than just your standard hero’s journey, Beasts of Prey is a story of courage, friendship, and community that’s as inspiring as it is exciting.” —Apple Books Review★ “This pan-African story, rife with betrayal and narrated through poetic language that evokes vivid imagery, will ensnare readers, keeping them engaged with its energetic pace. The beautiful blend of mythology, romance, and action ends with a hint at more to come… A dazzling debut.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review★ “Gray's debut is a thrilling series opener with twists and turns that will delight. Hints about more expansive world building to come will entice readers to pick up future volumes in this must-buy for fantasy enthusiasts.” —Booklist, starred review★ “With its memorable characters, and a lush, expansive world, Gray’s debut is an action-packed adventure that will tug at hearts and keep teens glued to the page, yearning for more. Essential for all collections.” —School Library Journal, starred review“Rich in magic and mythos, Beasts of Prey is a feast for all the senses. Prepare to be transported to Koffi’s world from the first page and f
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