Rena Barron grew up in small-town Alabama, where stories of magic and adventure sparked her imagination. After penning her first awful poem in middle school, she graduated to writing short stories and novels by high school. Rena has an affinity for good cheese, wine, and nature. When she's not writing, she can be found reading or brushing up on her French. Find her online at www.renabarron.com.
Praise for Reaper of Souls: ★"Romance, magic, and strategic
diplomacy come at a pace that offers no time to look back. Hand
this to lovers of kingdom fantasy. It's sure to please." --
Booklist (starred review)"Barron once more expertly paces her plot
twists. This novel continues the epic proportions of the last in
another high stakes West African-inspired fantasy where anyone,
even the orishas, can die."
-- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"This story, with its
remarkably well-spun plot twists, is a satisfying, fast-paced, and
almost brutal sequel. Intense, raw, real, and sure to please."
-- Kirkus ReviewsPraise for Kingdom of Souls: "Magnetic and
addictive, Kingdom of Souls turns ambition into sacrifice and blood
into power. Magic is always worth the price--and the pain--and this
book is black girl magic at its finest." -- Dhonielle Clayton, New
York Times bestselling author of The Belles"I couldn't get enough
of Kingdom of Souls. Wonderfully written, and full of dark magic
and danger, it was a story I couldn't wait to escape into. Highly
recommended!" -- Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times bestselling
author of the Three Dark Crowns series★ "Masterful. From start to
finish, this magical debut is not to be missed." -- School Library
Journal (starred review)"Powerful. Captivating. Heart-wrenching.
Rena Barron has crafted a thrilling, twisty, unputdownable epic
about a complex, brave young woman who must find the true magic
within herself in order to fight for her family, her people, and
her life." -- Samira Ahmed, New York Times bestselling author of
Love, Hate & Other Filters and Internment"A tough-as-nails
protagonist overcomes odds stacked heavily against her in this
captivating debut." -- Booklist"Barron's lush prose and boundless
imagination enchant the reader with a vivid world, compelling
characters, and twists to keep you reading all night. Kingdom of
Souls spellbinds with fresh and dazzling magic." -- Elly Blake, New
York Times bestselling author of Frostblood"Set in a lushly drawn
and fresh magical world, Kingdom of Souls was a wild,
heart-wrenching ride. Every turn took me by surprise, and these
unforgettable characters face a complex evil that threatens from
both without and within. Readers won't be able to put this one
down." -- Mindee Arnett, award-winning author of Onyx & Ivory"Lush,
captivating, and full of my favorite things: a vivid world, a cast
of compelling characters, and a young heroine ready to rise and
fearlessly fight for her beliefs. This powerful coming of age story
lingers long after the final page." -- Rebecca Ross, author of The
Queen's Rising"Crackling with tension, this masterpiece of
escalating stakes doesn't pull its punches." -- Rebecca Schaeffer,
author of Not Even Bones "Driven by intricate mythology with
meddlesome, vengeful gods. Fantasy fans will find a refreshing,
beautifully crafted setting in this novel."
-- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
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