Review:

Children Of Blood And Bone

overall review score: 4.5
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Children of Blood and Bone is a bestselling young adult fantasy novel written by Tomi Adeyemi. It is the first book in the Legacy of Orïsha trilogy, set in a West African-inspired fantasy world where magic has disappeared and a young girl named Zélie Adebola must fight to bring it back.

Key Features

  • Intriguing world-building inspired by West African mythology
  • Compelling characters with rich development arcs
  • Action-packed plot full of twists and turns

Pros

  • Diverse representation of characters from different backgrounds and cultures
  • Engaging storytelling that keeps readers hooked from start to finish

Cons

  • Some readers may find the pacing to be slow at times
  • Certain scenes may be intense or trigger warnings for sensitive readers

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Last updated: Thu, Apr 2, 2026, 09:51:58 PM UTC