Waking Fire
Will be published approx. on 2. March 2023
Book
Hardback
978-1-335-42857-8 (ISBN)
Description
"Propulsive and full of heart." -Sara Holland, New York Times bestselling author of Everless and Havenfall
This incendiary YA fantasy debut follows a girl who will stop at nothing to save her village after it's discovered by a dangerous warlord and his army of undead monsters.
Naira Khoum has only known life in Lagusa, a quiet village at the desert's end. But to the rest of the world, Lagusa is a myth, its location shrouded in secrecy. While war rages to the north led by power-hungry Sothpike and his army of undead monsters called Dambi, Naira's people live in peace.
Until the impossible happens-Lagusa is attacked by a Mistress sent to do Sothpike's bidding with a hoard of Dambi under her control. The Mistress is looking for something, and she's willing to let her Dambi destroy Lagusa to get it.
Desperate to protect her home, Naira convinces her twin brother Nez and handsome refugee Kal to join the newly formed resistance with her. Together, they'll have to figure out what the Mistress wants-before there's nothing left of Lagusa to save.
This incendiary YA fantasy debut follows a girl who will stop at nothing to save her village after it's discovered by a dangerous warlord and his army of undead monsters.
Naira Khoum has only known life in Lagusa, a quiet village at the desert's end. But to the rest of the world, Lagusa is a myth, its location shrouded in secrecy. While war rages to the north led by power-hungry Sothpike and his army of undead monsters called Dambi, Naira's people live in peace.
Until the impossible happens-Lagusa is attacked by a Mistress sent to do Sothpike's bidding with a hoard of Dambi under her control. The Mistress is looking for something, and she's willing to let her Dambi destroy Lagusa to get it.
Desperate to protect her home, Naira convinces her twin brother Nez and handsome refugee Kal to join the newly formed resistance with her. Together, they'll have to figure out what the Mistress wants-before there's nothing left of Lagusa to save.
Reviews / Votes
"Waking Fire is propulsive and full of heart. I'm hooked and can't wait to see where Naira, Kal, and Nez go next!" -Sara Holland, New York Times bestselling author of Everless and Havenfall"A searing-hot fantasy debut, full of wit, sacrifice, and the bonds that make us family. Naira is the hero I wish I'd had growing up. Jean Louise understands that the best fantasy is horror and doesn't shy away from the darkness. Her writing is a fire that scorches everything in its path." -Jaida Jones and Dani Bennett, co-authors of Master of One
"A vibrant fantasy debut that delivers fast-paced adventure and unexpected surprises." -Kirkus Reviews
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Series
Edition
Original
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Target group
Young adult
Interest Age: From 13 years
Product notice
Laminated cover
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 143 mm
Thickness: 34 mm
Weight
412 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-335-42857-8 (9781335428578)
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Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Jean Louise currently lives in Queens, New York, with her cat Martha. When she's not writing, she can be found with her nose buried in a graphic novel or taking down bad guys in her favorite video games. She received an MFA in Writing for Children from The New School. She is the author of the Waking Fire duology.