The first thing that drawn me to this book was the cover, it was so beautiful, epic and a beautiful PoC in it..points for that. Now, I need, NEED the rest of the book. There was never a dull moment while reading this expert and I can't wait to see what the rest of the book has in store for us. Loved the characters, loved the drama, and really liked how it was written.

Firstly I'd like to thank Netgalley for the opportunity to read the first 6 chapters.

I have been dying for an African fantasy novel. From the brief 6 chapters I've read this story is filled with some of my favourite things. A strong fierce leading female character, magic and incredible animals. I just cannot wait to read the rest of this book.

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Review ***I received this arc courtesy of Netgallery in exchange for an honest review***

This book! That cover! Count me in!

This arc comes with just the first six chapters, those chapters were epic. There was never a dull moment, I can understand why a movie would be in the works even before it's release. I believe it was set in Nigeria , seeing the author's vivid description made it much more enjoyable.

I literally cannot wait to read it all. I already love Zelie and I can't wait to see more of her/

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing with a digital ARC of “Children of Blood and Bone (Preview Excerpt)” Tomi Adeyemi. I only read a small portion of this novel but I know that my library needs to purchase this book when it comes out. The author has a fresh voice with a dark, edgy style. I was immediately hooked by the main character’s voice. Also, the cover is wonderfully bold with beautiful detail of the characters hair and adornment.

You will want to read this amazing book!
This fantasy world with beautiful descriptive scenery and well rounded cast makes you want to close your eyes and jump straight in to their world. A selection of the population had magic, marked unmistakably with their silvery white hair. Something happened 11 years ago and all magic disappeared leaving the jealous who want power to try to stomp the maji and diviners out. They are treated as the lowest of low but something changes that could bring hope and magic back to this gorgeous land. I cannot wait to read the rest of the book! This review is an ARC of the first six chapters.

I've been seeing more Nigerian fantasy titles being released and I wanted to try this one out. Sadly, this didn't grab my attention very much. I found more dystopian tropes that I don't like and less fantasy. I did like Mama Agba's character and the writing was solid enough. Maybe I'll give it another try when it's out, but it didn't make a good first impression.

I absolutely cannot wait to read the complete storyline. The six chapters that I was so honored to read was truly engaging. I love the plot, the strong female characters and the cultural diversity that gives the story a strong, rich, engaging presence.

I've never been more desperate after a sampler to sell my soul to get an ARC of this extremely promising book. So we start out in a world where magic was banished years ago, resulting in the death of Zélie's mother, who was a maji. Under the current rule of the kingdom, all of the remaining generations of maji are oppressed and also distinguished by the color of their skin and the whiteness of their hair.

So far, we got introduced to three POVs, which I thought that all of them were necessary and a part to make this story connect the dots. There's Zélie, one of the maji's daughter who is training how to fight with staffs and swords and has plans to overthrow the patriachy, and is such a bada*s at doing that.

The writing is descriptive and rich in details (but not too overboard), and seems to strike the perfect balance so I'm simply astounded by the craft and promise that this debut author is displaying.

Will I continue reading this book once it comes out? Absolutely yes, because I have a feeling that this might become one of my favs in the very near future, and I'm so grateful to have gotten a sneak peek thanks to NetGalley the publisher in exchange for my honest review of the first six chapters.

I was immediately immersed in the world and captivated by the characters and story. I can't wait to read more!

Great start, really excited to read the full book when it comes out.

Let's just start with this strikingly beautiful cover. It is art! I must have it on my shelves and perhaps on my wall. I received a preview excerpt of the book from Netgalley and the publisher.

I've finished. Of course the sampler left on a hanger. This will be a best seller for sure. There's so much here and it's a page turner. I don't read many books like this anymore so, my opinion is of a novice. However, I know good writing and plot. Based upon what I've read thus far, I'd recommend and will definitely buy a copy for myself.

I am totally hooked. I don't normally read excerpts but I had to make an exception to this one. Ugh, now I just wish I had the full book. Why is March so far off?

seems super interesting so far! i wish there was more!

I need to be honest. This was way better that I expected. You know when people hype something up so much that when you actually make the time to read it that it isn't what you was expecting? That is what I was expecting. But this book, only six chapters in, and I am super excited for what comes next. So excited I'm pre-ordering.

As a South Asian reader and writer and agent, this book was such a breath of fresh air! I loved the writing, the atmosphere, the world building and the incorporation of real issues into the story. Thank you for this! I've pre-ordered and have already recommended to my friends.

I went all click-happy when I saw the cover for this on NetGalley, not even realizing that it was a preview instead of the full book. Suffice it to say that I'm super-excited and jonesing for an early copy. Here's hoping the full ARC will be available soon! *crossing fingers*

This is seriously one of the most stunning books I've ever read. I love the pacing and all the characters, and the voice is just SO good! I can't wait for the full book!!

I was really anticipating this book ever since I read the premise and saw it was a YA fantasy novel, but being able to read an excerpt made it so much better (or worse if I realised how long it would take until the date it's released.
There's a lot of diversity in the book and that made me so happy, especially seeing a lot of POC. I'm really excited to see how everything developes but so far I'm really enjoying the story and most of all, the characters.
Both protagonists seem very interesting and brave, and I cannot wait to read the entire book! Definitely it's going to be on my most anticipated releases next year!

I did not even read the full excerpt because I know it will just torment me to not have all of it. But I absolutely adore what I read, I love the cover, and I can't wait to read the whole book.