In this section of Children of Blood and Bone, Zelie, her brother Tzain, and Amari are on a quest to restore magic to the world. Spoilers ahead! One interesting aspect is how the relationships between the siblings are portrayed. We … Continue reading Sibling Love and Mythology in Children of Blood and Bone
Children of Blood and Bone is a fascinating novel that explores the themes of colorism, prejudice, and power. The story is set in a fantastical city inspired by, I imagine, Lagos, Nigeria, where magic has been outlawed and the diviners, … Continue reading Colorism, Prejudice, and Power in Children of Blood and Bone
I started reading the book Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi (in 2019). Before I even finished the first chapter, I knew this book was good. In this story, there are Black people who have magical powers and … Continue reading Racism, Oppression, and Magic in Tomi Adeyemi’s Children of Blood and Bone
Why I Chose This Book I read one issue of the comic book E.X.O. by Roye Okupe and I believe that Malika: Warrior Queen appeared as a recommended read after that. I might not have paid too much attention to … Continue reading Review of Malika: Warrior Queen
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