Binti: The Night Masquerade

Binti: The Night Masquerade by Nnedi Okorafor is the first edition of the concluding part of the acclaimed science fiction trilogy, published by Tor Publishing Group on January 16, 2018. This 208-page book is written in English and continues the journey of Binti, who returns to her home planet, believing she has left the violence of the Meduse behind. However, she soon discovers that tensions with the Khoush have reignited, threatening her peaceful community.

In this installment, Binti must navigate the complexities of her people’s ancient rivalries while trying to prevent a devastating war. As she hurries home, she faces the consequences of anger and resentment that have already claimed lives close to her. Alongside her new friend Mwinyi, Binti’s efforts to intervene are complicated by the distrust of her elders. This volume explores themes of conflict, identity, and the struggle for peace within the context of alien contact and space opera.