Son of the Storm

 Praise for the series

"A thrilling, fantastical adventure that introduces a beguiling new world...and then rips apart everything you think you know." —S. A. Chakraborty, internationally bestselling author of City of Brass and the Daevabad trilogy

“I have to say that this is everything I love to see in a fantasy story: masterful, fully-realized worldbuilding, morally complex characters, thoughtful and piercing interrogations of power, privilege, and all the facets of human nature. Honestly it's been a long, long time since I've seen as fantastic a villainess as what Okungbowa's presented us here too. (And you know what a sucker I am for a good multi-POV story.) Can't wait to see the next book in the series. Damn good stuff!” —Jenn Lyons, author of The Ruin of Kings

“It’s always refreshing to find fantasies that break with all the old conventions and tropes, and Son of the Storm delivers on this like a flash of lightning in the dark! Set in a deftly crafted world of forbidden sorcery, magical beasts and fractured polities, this tale follows three characters whose seemingly disparate journeys are set for a collision course that will rewrite the fate of whole peoples and empires. Suyi Davies Okungbowa has created an original and fully conceived new world of fantasy teeming with brilliant possibilities and demanding to be explored!” —P. Djèlí Clark, author of A Master of Djinn

“An epic fantasy set apart by how deftly Okungbowa unfurls his intricate, richly imagined world. It's not often you get to read a fantasy novel that spans not only ancient magic, sinister machinations and monstrous forests but courthouses, college classes and hairdressers too, evoking the terrible and fascinating city-state of Bassa in living, breathing detail.” —A. K. Larkwood, author of The Unspoken Name

“Okungbowa’s richly-drawn and ruthlessly strict world never provides its conflicted characters with easy answers. Fantastical beasts and forgotten magic propel a story about ambition, conspiracy, and the elusiveness of belonging. This is epic fantasy that will make you think and leave you unsettled.”
—Fonda Lee, World Fantasy Award-winning author of Jade City

“Although set in a pre-industrialised world, the themes explored in Suyi Davies Okungbowa's 'Son of the Storm' have a palpable contemporary resonance. Okungbowa weaves an intricate and irresistible plot around the tensions and contradictions of a corrupt, decadent society which is both dependent upon and resentful of its diverse migrant population. The result is a vibrant tale of betrayal, intrigue and revolution which benefits greatly from an original setting, a fresh take on magic and deftly executed characterisation.” —Anthony Ryan, author of Blood Song

"Okungbowa's world feels fully formed from the first pages, sweeping readers away into an elaborately plotted tale of ancient magics and world-shattering politics. I, like many others, will be impatiently waiting for the next installment!" —Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter

“A world so exquisitely observed in every detail, from the built environment to its social and political organization, that you can’t help but tumble headlong into its vivid, captivating reality. Esheme is a standout: her unflinching subversion of motherhood to serve her own ends absolutely thrilled me.” —Shelley Parker-Chan, author of She Who Became the Sun

“An original and fascinating epic fantasy full of bold characters, bloody action and brutal politics. I thoroughly enjoyed it!” —James Islington, author of The Shadow of What Was Lost

“With its intricate African-inspired world-building and lush descriptions, [Son of the Storm] is a delightful addition to this genre.” —Washington Post

“A spellbinding adventure that will leave you counting the days until the sequel.” —Vulture

“Enthralling…this sweeping and politically charged fantasy explores race, gender, and culture in a complex and compelling world.” —Buzzfeed

“Okungbowa's control of power, relationships, plot twists, and politics throughout gets high marks.” —NPR

“The sort of elaborate classic fantasy scenario with magic and adventure that fans of the genre will adore.” —Washington Post

“Highly recommended for fans of epic fantasy based on non-European mythologies, readers who enjoy protagonists on troubled journeys, or anyone who likes to chew on stories with complex shenanigans.” —Library Journal (starred review)

“Bold and inventive.” —Den of Geek

“Okungbowa leaves no stone unturned.” —Locus

“Pretty close to flawless.” —Book Riot

“A fun mix of elements—systems of magic, Bassai politics, and other cultural details. This is a great find for listeners who are craving more diversity in the fantasy genre.” —AudioFile

“Enticing echoes here of Black Leopard, Red Wolf...with its labyrinthine retelling of African history and mythology as a fantastical road trip mystery.” —Five Books

“An electric start to a new fantasy series.” —Comic Years

“Okungbowa introduces readers to a complex and fascinating new world.” —The Southern Bookseller Review

“Son of the Storm has a strong core in its vivid world building of ibor, magic, and folkloric creatures.” —Booklist

“Gripping...this series starter promises more good things to come.” —Publishers Weekly

“Suyi Davies Okungbowa, who made an impact with his debut fantasy book, rises again...proving again that African writing cannot be restrained within its own genre.” —New African Magazine

“Magical...completely under its spell.” —FIYAH Literary Magazine