Books About African-inspired Fantasy

The Best African-inspired Fantasy Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about african-inspired fantasy? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Our 1 Favorite Books About African-inspired Fantasy

Children of Virtue and Vengeance
Chapter Book · 2019

Children of Virtue and Vengeance

Magic is back, but so is war, and a divided kingdom stands on the brink.

409 pages· 104,793 words
3.9 Goodreads · 85,299 ratings
Kindle Edition
Summary: Zélie and Amari have brought magic back to Orïsha, but the ritual awakened powers in nobles with magic ancestry too. As the monarchy and military unite against the maji, Zélie fights to secure Amari's right to the throne and protect her people. With civil war looming, she must find a way to bring the kingdom together before it tears itself apart.
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