An action-packed tale of injustice, magic, and romance, this novel immerses readers in a thrilling world and narrative reminiscent of Children of Blood and Bone. “Magic creates a centuries-long divide between peoples in this stunning debut novel inspired by North African and West African folklore. But as attraction flares between them and ancient evils stir, will they be able to see their tasks to the death? When Malik rigs his way into the contest, they are set on a heart-pounding course to destroy each other. A Song of Wraiths and Ruin (A Song of Wraiths and Ruin 1) by Roseanne A. And she knows just how to obtain one: by offering her hand in marriage to the victor of the Solstasia competition.

Grief-stricken, Karina decides to resurrect her mother through ancient magic…requiring the beating heart of a king. Her mother, the Sultana, has been assassinated her court threatens mutiny and Solstasia looms like a knife over her neck. 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, for Nadia’s freedom.īut Karina has deadly aspirations of her own. Her father and older sister both died when she was young and, ever since, she has been afflicted with debilitating migraines. Karina is a princess who is very familiar with pain. We are following the story of two young people who are finding their way in a pretty unforgiving world. This New York Times best seller is perfect for fans of Tomi Adeyemi, Renée Ahdieh, and Sabaa Tahir.įor 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. A Song of Wraiths and Ruin is no exception. The first in a gripping fantasy duology inspired by West African folklore in which a grieving crown princess and a desperate refugee find themselves on a collision course to murder each other despite their growing attraction – from debut author Roseanne A.

A song of wraiths