by Roxane Gay
First published 2017
Elite Dora Milaje bodyguards Ayo and Aneka are sworn to protect Queen Shuri. But when their loyalty is tested by a growing passion, they must choose between duty and desire as their nation teeters on the brink. Meanwhile, former king T'Challa's shadowy alliances threaten to shatter Wakanda's hard-won peace. In this high-stakes thriller, the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance.
Genres: african-american, adventure, fantasy, contemporary, thriller, action
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: duty-vs-desire, enemies-to-lovers, high-stakes
Setting: Africa, United States
144 pages · Paperback · Marvel