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Niger, West Africa, 2070:
 
After a nuclear fallout in the early twenty-first century, the earth's civilization has been completely transformed. Magic, mysticism, and mind-blowing technology now rule the world. In West Africa, fourteen-year old Ejii struggles to master her own magical powers. When her world is completely upended after she witnesses her father's death, Ejii faces a unique opportunity to explore her power and realize her destiny. But is she ready for the responsibility that comes along with that?
 
Embarking on a journey across the  Sahara, Ejii befriends new allies and battles dangerous foes. It soon becomes clear that her people need to be protected from a terrible force seeking to annihilate them. And Ejii may just be their last hope for survival.
 
Fast-paced and full of tender friendships and thrilling action, this futuristic adventure heralds a bright new talent in young adult science fiction.
 

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& nbsp; Driven by vengeance. Destined for& nbsp; peace. & nbsp; Niger, West Africa, 2070: & nbsp; After fifteen-year old Ejii witnesses her father's beheading, her world shatters. In an era of mind-blowing technology and seductive magic, Ejii embarks on a& nbsp; mystical journey to track down her father's killer. With a newfound friend by her side, & nbsp; Ejii comes face to face wit an earth turned inside out???and with her own magical powers. & nbsp; But Ejii soon discovers that her travels across the sands of the Sahara have a greater purpose. Her people need to be protected from a force seeking to annihilate them. And Ejii may be just the hero to do it. & nbsp; This futuristic, fantastical adventure heralds& nbsp; a bright new talent on the YA fantasy scene.

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In West Africa in 2070, after fifteen-year-old "shadow speaker" Ejii witnesses her father's beheading, she embarks on a dangerous journey across the Sahara to find Jaa, her father's killer, and upon finding her, she also discovers a greater purpose to her life and to the mystical powers she possesses.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9781423100362
Publisher:
Jump At The Sun
Subject:
Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic
Author:
Okorafor-Mbachu, Nnedi
Subject:
Fantasy & Magic
Subject:
Action & Adventure - General
Subject:
Action & Adventure
Subject:
Children s-Science Fiction and Fantasy
Edition Description:
TradePB
Publication Date:
20090324
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Pages:
352
Dimensions:
8.25 x 5.5 in 13.04 oz
Age Level:
from 18
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"Synopsis" by , & nbsp; Driven by vengeance. Destined for& nbsp; peace. & nbsp; Niger, West Africa, 2070: & nbsp; After fifteen-year old Ejii witnesses her father's beheading, her world shatters. In an era of mind-blowing technology and seductive magic, Ejii embarks on a& nbsp; mystical journey to track down her father's killer. With a newfound friend by her side, & nbsp; Ejii comes face to face wit an earth turned inside out???and with her own magical powers. & nbsp; But Ejii soon discovers that her travels across the sands of the Sahara have a greater purpose. Her people need to be protected from a force seeking to annihilate them. And Ejii may be just the hero to do it. & nbsp; This futuristic, fantastical adventure heralds& nbsp; a bright new talent on the YA fantasy scene.
"Synopsis" by , In West Africa in 2070, after fifteen-year-old "shadow speaker" Ejii witnesses her father's beheading, she embarks on a dangerous journey across the Sahara to find Jaa, her father's killer, and upon finding her, she also discovers a greater purpose to her life and to the mystical powers she possesses.
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