Nahia
Nahia by Emily Jones, published by Holiday House on April 15, 2025, is a captivating narrative set in prehistoric Europe, specifically in Spain 8,000 years ago. The story follows eighteen-year-old Nahia, the daughter of the Headwoman, who faces exile after revealing a forbidden truth about an impending invasion. As she is apprenticed to the shaman Eneko, her life takes an unexpected turn, forcing her to navigate her new reality while uncovering her unique abilities to communicate with spirits.
Readers will find a richly woven tale that explores themes of family, leadership, and self-discovery against a backdrop of wild landscapes and ancient magic. Nahia’s journey is marked by her struggle to protect her people and her sister, Izara, who has taken on the role of heir. This edition, comprising 304 pages in English, delves into social and family issues, coming-of-age experiences, and elements of fantasy, making it a multifaceted read for those interested in literature that blends historical fiction with young adult themes.
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A sweeping epic set in the wild and dangerous world of prehistoric Europe!
Spain, 8,000 years ago. As Headwoman’s daughter, eighteen-year-old Nahia was born to lead. But when she speaks aloud a forbidden truth—that her people are facing a growing threat of invasion—her expectations are shattered when she’s punished with exile and apprenticed to the enigmatic shaman Eneko instead.
With her sister Izara made the new heir and her world upended, Nahia is sent away with a young man she barely knows. Deep in the wilds, however, she uncovers a shocking talent for divining messages from the spirits and channelling their turbulent powers. But these visions come to show her that her people are in terrible danger. . . and they need her. Nahia will have to use every advantage she has to save her beloved people—and her sister.
In this powerful upper YA with crossover appeal, archaeologist Emily Jones transports us to a rugged world of pine forests, frothy beaches, and wild magic, and masterfully depicts passionate first love, looming conquest, green sorcery, the unbreakable bond between sisters, and untamed, unashamed female power.
Pairing the epic scope of prehistory with a fiery coming-of-age story, Nahia is an amazingly fresh successor to Clan of the Cave Bear. Utterly unique and shockingly good, this is a knockout debut, perfect for fans of Adrienne Young, Chloe Gong, Claire Andrews, Elana K. Arnold, and Rachel Griffin.
“Tremendous. Combines archaeology with masterful storytelling.“—Dr. William Taylor, Curator of Archaeology at the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History
“Fresh and engrossing—a delight.“—Cindy Pon, award-winning author of Want and Serpentine
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