Jordan Ifueko is a Nigerian American writer who grew up eating fried plantains under a blanket fort. She now lives in Los Angeles with her husband and their collection of Black Panther Funko Pops.
Tarisai, who has the magical gift of being able to perceive the memories of objects and people, has always lived a sheltered life in her mother’s large house. She rarely sees her mysterious mother and is taken care of by unfriendly servants and tutors who are rigorously educating her for some unknown task. Lonely, Tarisai longs for companionship, travel, freedom, and a sense of purpose.
When she is 11 years old, without any explanation, Tarisai’s mother sends her to the capital to compete to be one of the crown prince’s 11 counselors.
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Thanks for the kind words, Ira! Much appreciated!
Fine review
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Thanks for the kind words, Marion! Coming as they are from a professional writer, they are much appreciated!