Beasts of Prey

A thrilling journey through magic and danger

Ayana Gray author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Penguin Random House Children's UK

Published:3rd Mar '22

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In Beasts of Prey, Koffi and Ekon must navigate a perilous journey to capture a dangerous monster, testing their newfound alliance amidst wild magic.

In Beasts of Prey, readers are transported to the broken city of Lkossa, where magic has all but vanished, especially for young girls like Koffi. Indentured to the notorious Night Zoo, Koffi spends her days caring for fearsome mythical creatures to pay off her family's debts. However, when the Zoo's cruel master threatens her charges, Koffi discovers a hidden power within herself that she struggles to comprehend. This newfound strength sets her on an unexpected path, intertwining her fate with that of another young warrior.

Ekon, the son of a decorated hero, is on the brink of becoming an elite warrior himself. But a devastating fire at the Night Zoo shatters his dreams and tarnishes his reputation. Cast out and facing uncertain prospects, Ekon finds himself grappling with his identity and future. When Koffi and Ekon reluctantly join forces to capture the Shetani, a monstrous creature terrorizing their city, they embark on a perilous journey into the Greater Jungle, a realm filled with wild magic and unforeseen dangers.

As their quest unfolds, the fragile alliance between Koffi and Ekon is tested in ways they never anticipated. Each must confront their fears and the darkness that looms over their world. Beasts of Prey is an extraordinary adventure inspired by Pan-African mythology, showcasing the resilience of its characters and the magic that still exists in unexpected places.

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* Entertainment Weekly *
The next big thing in YA fantasy . . . A dazzling debut * Kirkus *
Rich and powerful * O, the Oprah Magazine *
Epic doesn't begin to encompass the jolting twists, sparkling mythos, and magical quests that fill the pages of Beasts of Prey. This is the sort of read that's beyond transportive, it's downright transcending -- Roshani Chokshi, author of The Gilded Wolves
Wildly original . . . Gray marries the lush imaginative wonder of African mythology with an action-packed tale of two teens on the opposite ends of fate, figuring out what's truly worth fighting for. Swoony, twisty, action-packed, Beasts of Prey is as epic as it is unforgettable -- J. Elle, author of Wings of Ebony
Rich in magic and mythos, Beasts of Prey is a feast for all the senses . . . Gray's writing is lyrical, her imagery vivid -- Renée Ahdieh, author of The Wrath & The Dawn
This book is your next favourite read -- Adalyn Grace, author of All The Stars And Teeth
With its memorable characters, and a lush, expansive world, Gray's debut is an action-packed adventure that will tug at hearts . . . Essential * School Library Journal *
Thrilling . . . with twists and turns that will delight * Bookli

ISBN: 9780241532546

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 29mm

Weight: 341g

496 pages