by Namina Forna
First published 2022
Six months have passed since Deka liberated the goddesses and learned her true identity. War now spreads across Otera, bringing destruction to the ancient kingdom she fought to protect. A merciless force rises within the realm, one that demands immediate action from Deka and her assembled army. But stopping this threat proves more complex than any battle she has faced before. Hidden truths emerge that could shatter everything Deka believes about herself and her world. Her own abilities begin shifting in unexpected ways, leaving her questioning whether she can control them. The fate of Otera hangs in the balance as Deka struggles to understand her evolving powers. She must determine if these changes make her the kingdom's salvation or its ultimate destroyer. The young warrior who once fought for freedom now faces her most dangerous enemy yet.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, action, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family, identity-crisis
Setting: Otera
432 pages · Hardcover · Delacorte Press
Content warnings: violence