Forged by Blood: The explosive #1 Sunday Times bestselling debut and start to a new series inspired by Nigerian mythology (The Tainted Blood Duology, Book 1)

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The first book in an action-packed, poignant duology inspired by Nigerian mythology Dèmi just wants to survive: to avoid the suspicion of the nonmagical Ajes who occupy her ancestr al homeland of Ife; to escape the King’s brutal genocide of her people – the darker skinned, magic wielding Oluso; and to live peacefully with her secretive mother while learning to control the terrifying blood magic that is her birthright.But when Dèmi’s misplaced trust costs her mother’s life, survival gives way to vengeance. She bides her time until the devious Lord Ekwensi grants her the perfect opportunity – kidnap the Aje prince, Jonas, and bargain with his life to save the remaining Oluso. With the help of her reckless childhood friend Colin, Dèmi succeeds, but discovers that she and Jonas share more than deadly secrets; every moment tangles them further into a forbidden, unmistakable attraction, much to Colin’s – and Dèmi’s – distress.The kidnapping is now a joint mission: to return to the king, help get Lord Ekwensi on the council, and bolster the voice of the Oluso in a system designed to silence them. But the way is dangerous, Dèmi’s magic is growing yet uncertain, and it’s not clear if she can trust the two men at her side. A tale of rebellion and redemption, race and class, love and betrayal, FORGED BY BLOOD is epic fantasy at its finest, from an enthusiastic, emerging voice. As a Sunday Times bestselling book, FORGED BY BLOOD by Ehigbor Okosun is a top historical fiction that weaves a tale of adventure and romance. The story is a rich tapestry of folk legends and fairy tales, masterfully crafted to keep you on the edge of your seat.For fans of Kennedy Ryan (Can’t Get Enough), Chloe C. Peñaranda (Behind The Broken), Rebecca Yarros (The Things We Leave Unfinished), Elizabeth Lim (The Dragon's Promise), and Danielle L. Jensen (The Traitor Queen).HarperCollins 2023 Show more