The Smoke That Thunders
The Smoke That Thunders by Erhu Kome is a young adult fantasy published by Norton Young Readers on April 9, 2024. This edition spans 304 pages and is written in English. The story follows sixteen-year-old Naborhi, who yearns to escape her traditional clan in Kokori as she faces an impending betrothal to an arrogant suitor. As her dreams seem to fade, Naborhi forms a bond with a mysterious animal and begins experiencing visions of a kidnapped boy, setting the stage for an adventure steeped in West African mythology.
Readers will find themselves immersed in a richly crafted world filled with political intrigue and adventure. Naborhi’s journey unfolds as she teams up with Atai, the son of an Oracle, and her adventurous cousin, Tamunor. Together, they traverse the continent to rescue the kidnapped boy, discovering that Naborhi’s quest is intertwined with a larger conflict that threatens to ignite war. The narrative weaves elements of action, folklore, and the quest for freedom, making it a compelling exploration of identity and destiny within a vibrant cultural context.
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From a debut Nigerian author: a spectacular young adult fantasy rooted in West African mythology and brimming with adventure.
In this mesmerizing fantasy rooted in Urhobo and West African folklore, sixteen-year-old Naborhi longs for a life away from her small, traditional clan in Kokori. But as her rite of passage approaches and she is betrothed to an arrogant young man, Naborhi feels her dreams slipping away from her.
Then Naborhi becomes bonded to a mysterious animal and begins having harrowing visions of a kidnapped boy. She soon meets Atai, the son of an Oracle from a rival queendom, and learns that she is being guided by the gods. She and Atai, along with Naborhi’s eager-for-adventure cousin, Tamunor, set off across the continent to rescue the mysterious boy. But when they find him–and find out his true identity–Naborhi realizes there is more than just her freedom at stake: she must stop a war that has already been set in motion.
With lush, unique worldbuilding and a dynamic cast of characters, The Smoke That Thunders is a gripping story of political intrigue, fierce love, and what it means to be free.
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