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Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun

Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun

Published in
2022
4.11
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Description

Black Panther meets Percy Jackson in this action-packed and empowering middle-grade superhero series about a British-Nigerian girl who learns that her Afro hair has psychokinetic powers. Soon to be a feature film with a major streamer! 'I close my eyes, trying to push the power bub...
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
320 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Explores Nigerian culture and mythology.
  • Features a strong female protagonist discovering her powers.
  • Promotes themes of friendship and empowerment.
  • Introduces readers to a unique magical world.