![]() ![]() Zahrah and Dari visit a library to obtain more information on the mysterious Greeny Jungle that everyone is warned away from stepping into. Like in Akata Witch, there’s an emphasis on knowledge and learning, which I absolutely adore. The worldbuilding for this story blends fantasy and science fiction elements, with magic and technology coexisting or fusing together. Through Zahrah’s character and the Forbidden Greeny Jungle, the story explores the nature of prejudice and the role of fear and ignorance in motivating discrimination and isolation. Those who are born dada, with the telltale dadalocks that contain vines, are feared for the rumored powers. Zahrah lives in the Ooni Kingdom, which is home to a diverse array of peoples but isn’t free from prejudice. Through lush details and immersive storytelling, we are introduced to Zahrah’s world, one where Earth is but a myth that people tell stories about. ![]() ![]() The wondrous, the strange, and the terrifying collide in this coming-of-age adventure. Like Akata Witch, Zahrah the Windseeker is packed with creativity unlike anything I’ve seen in fantasy. She must venture into the Forbidden Greeny Jungle to face her fears alone in order to find the cure. Then, when the two are the process of exploring her newfound power, Dari is hurt. The only person who doesn’t shun her is her best friend Dari. My Summary: Zahrah is an outcast for being born with dadalocks, which according to rumor, mark her as having special powers. ![]() Note: This book was published with the author’s name as Nnedi Okorafor-Mbachu. ![]()
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