“Vibrant and utterly immersive, Abeni’s story will sweep you away with its depth of fantastical wonder, tragedy, and coming-of-age adventure.” —Amanda Foody, New York Times bestselling author of the Wilderlore Series
“A lush and magical fantasy that will leave readers craving more of Abeni’s adventure.”—Kwame Mbalia, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Tristan Strong series
“The magical storytelling and West African spirit elements will keep readers engaged, while authentic relationships between the central characters offer a nice counterbalance for the fantastical plot points, making this work appealing to fantasy and realistic fiction readers alike. An original, enjoyable coming-of-age story with complex fantasy worldbuilding and multifaceted characters.” —Kirkus Review
“Enchanting first installment…intricately detailed, riotously fun adventure that explores themes of loyalty, friendship, courage, and the power of belief in oneself.” —Publishers Weekly
“This sweeping epic fantasy takes beloved West African folklore and spins it into a tale of whimsy, horror, and adventure. Clark masterfully builds beautiful, authentic worlds and fills them with characters that are both endearing and flawed. This has the feel of a classic fantasy, something that will be passed down for generations to come.” —Booklist
“Anyone can read P. Djèlí Clark’s Abeni’s Song and get something out of it, but Black children are especially going to be drawn to it. It would make a great book for children who love fantasy, adventure, and found family stories.” —Locus