The Door of No Return

By Kwame Alexander

Part of the The Door of No Return series

A boy's life shatters, launching him on a perilous journey far from home.

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432 pages· 27,386 words· Est. 3 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

In Upper Kwanta, 11-year-old Kofi cherishes his family and the river Offin, but a warning about night-time dangers looms. When tragedy strikes, Kofi is thrust into a life-or-death struggle, embarking on a harrowing journey across land and sea. As he is torn from everything he loves, Kofi faces unimaginable challenges. What awaits him beyond the river's edge? This gripping tale of survival and resilience will captivate and move you, revealing the heart-wrenching odyssey of an African family.

From the publisher

An instant #1 New York Times Bestseller! From the Newbery Medal and Coretta Scott King Award winning author Kwame Alexander, comes the first book in a searing, breathtaking trilogy that tells the story of a boy, a village, and the epic odyssey of an African family. In his village in Upper Kwanta, 11-year-old Kofi loves his family, playing oware with his grandfather and swimming in the river Offin. He’s warned though, to never go to the river at night. His brother tells him “There are things about the water you do not know. “ Like what? Kofi asks. “The beasts.” His brother answers. One fateful night, the unthinkable happens and in a flash, Kofi’s world turns upside down. Kofi soon ends up in a fight for his life and what happens next will send him on a harrowing journey across land and sea, and away from everything he loves. This spellbinding novel by the author of The Crossover and Booked will take you on an unforgettable adventure that will open your eyes and break your heart. The Door of No Return is an excellent choice for independent reading, sharing in the classroom, homeschooling, and book groups.

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