Akata Woman

Written by Nnedi Okorafor

Narrated by Nene Nwoko

From the moment Sunny Nwazue discovered she had mystical energy flowing in her blood, she sought to understand and control her powers. Throughout her adventures in Akata Witch and Akata Warrior, she had to navigate the balance between nearly everything in her life-America and Nigeria, the "normal" world and the one infused with juju, human and spirit, good daughter and powerful Leopard Person.

Now, those hard lessons and abilities are put to the test in a quest so dangerous and fantastical, it would be madness to go . . . but may destroy the world if she does not. With the help of her friends, Sunny embarks on a mission to find a precious object hidden deep in an otherworldly realm. Defeating the guardians of the prize will take more from Sunny than she has to give, and triumph will mean she will be forever changed.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tantor Media, Inc
• Release date: May 31, 2022
• ISBN: 9781977372444

Nnedi Okorafor

Nnedi Okorafor is an award-winning novelist of African-based science fiction, fantasy, and magical realism. Born in the US to Nigerian immigrant parents, Okorafor is known for weaving African cultures into creative settings and memorable characters. Her book, Who Fears Death has been optioned by HBO, with Game of Thrones' George R.R. Martin as executive producer. Okorafor is a full-time professor at the University at Buffalo, New York (SUNY).  

Reviews for Akata Woman

[Shellan Ward · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved, loved, loved this!!Just like the first two book this one address elements such as family dynamics, friendships, budding romance, and self acceptance. It is extremely captivating. Once it gets going, it goes above and beyond. And Ms. Okorafor does such an outstanding job explaining the world, the magical system, and the character relationships. Everything fits so seamlessly together in the story, it truly leaves you wanting nothing. Nothing except a book 4 ?.

[Ekene Ogbue · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I wasn't sure we were getting a 3rd book but I'm so happy we did. I absolutely love this friend group. I love the magic

[Louise Casey · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Nnedi has created an engaging fantasy world and characters that it's easy to love. I enjoyed the history woven in, as well as the ties back to our modern reality. I am looking forward to seeing where Sunny goes next!