The unmissable finale to New York Times bestselling YA fantasy series THE GILDED ONES, set in an ancient West African-inspired world and perfect for fans of CHILDREN OF BLOOD AND BONE and BLACK PANTHER.Deka is a goddess-in-waiting with the potential to save her people from the brutal ancient goddesses who terrorize her kingdom of Otera. But first she must find her celestial essence - and if the Gilded Ones find it before she does, they will drain her power and tear Otera apart. Alongside her army of friends, Deka faces the hardest battle of her life - not just with the goddesses but with her own doubts. What if becoming a goddess makes her as evil as the Gilded Ones? And is she ready to leave her earthly life and loves behind? THE ETERNAL ONES is the final thrilling installment of the epic fantasy series in which a young heroine fights against a world that would dare tame her.Praise for THE GILDED ONES:"Namina Forna could be the Toni Morrison of YA Fantasy." - Refinery 29"The Gilded Ones redefines sisterhood and is sure to leave readers both inspired and ultimately hopeful." -Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of Caraval"Debut author Namina Forna's created a fierce female protagonist you'll root for and a captivating world that feels so real you can step inside it." - Bookriot
Namina Forna
Namina Forna is a Sierra Leonean-American author known for her impactful works in the young adult fantasy genre. Her debut novel, "The Gilded Ones," has garnered critical acclaim for its rich world-building, strong female characters, and exploration of themes such as power, identity, and resilience. Forna's writing style is characterized by vivid imagery, compelling storytelling, and a unique blend of African mythology and fantasy elements. Her contributions to literature have helped diversify and expand the representation of Black voices in the YA fantasy genre. "The Gilded Ones" has been praised as a groundbreaking and empowering work that has resonated with readers around the world.
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