The Monsters We Defy
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"[P]itch perfect, with wit, romance, and a lovable found family." ―Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"This smart and entertaining, magical heist novel hits all the right notes!" ―T.L. Huchu
NPR Best Book of 2022! Paste Best Fantasy Book of 2022!
"Never make a deal with shadows at night, especially ones that…
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1 author picked The Monsters We Defy as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Engaging work of historical fiction with a supernatural element, featuring a strong black heroine living in Washington DC during the 30s.
Clara was born with the ability to see spirits and speak to them, and the main plot is about her quest – accompanied by other Gifted people – to fight a major threat from “the Over There.” The author brings in West African diaspora religions as well as historical persons, places, and events (I spent a lot of time Googling to find out more!). She deftly handles the constant fear that a person of color lives with as a…
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