Children of Blood and Bone

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Sie töteten meine Mutter. Sie raubten uns die Magie. Sie zwangen uns in den Staub. Jetzt erheben wir uns. Zélies Welt war einst voller Magie. Flammentänzer spielten mit dem Feuer, Geistwandler schufen schillernde Träume, und Seelenfänger wie Zélies Mutter wachten über Leben und Tod. Bis zu der Nacht, als ihre Kräfte versiegten und der machthungrige König von Orïsha jeden einzelnen Magier töten ließ. Die Blutnacht beraubte Zélie ihrer Mutter und nahm einem ganzen Volk die Hoffnung. Jetzt hat Zélie eine einzige Chance, die Magie nach Orïsha zurückzuholen. Ihre Mission führt sie über dunkle Pfade, wo rachedurstige Geister lauern, und durch glühende Wüsten, die ihr alles abverlangen. Dabei muss sie ihren Feinden immer einen Schritt voraus sein. Besonders dem Kronprinzen, der mit allen Mitteln verhindern will, dass die Magie je wieder zurückkehrt ... Der internationale Bestseller! Große Kinoverfilmung bereits in Arbeit bei Fox 2000 (»Twilight«, »Das Schicksal ist ein mieser Verräter«)

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Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi is a sweeping, high-stakes work of fiction published in 2018 that spans 770 pages and immerses readers in a vibrant world deeply scarred by state-sponsored oppression and the loss of heritage. The story takes place in the land of Orïsha, a realm that was once rich and alive with magic. In those days, different clans of magicians practiced extraordinary abilities; flammentancers commanded fire, mindworkers wove dazzling dreams, and soul catchers, like the mother of the protagonist Zélie, stood as guardians between life and death, watching over the delicate balance of existence. However, this wondrous era came to a brutal end during a fateful night known as the Raid, or the blood night, when the ruthless and machinating king of Orïsha orchestrated the systematic slaughter of every single magiciant. That night changed everything, robbing Zélie of her mother, stripping her people of their dignity, and plunging an entire populace into a state of subjugation where they are forced into the dust as second-class citizens. For years, the memory of magic has faded under heavy boots and iron laws, leaving only despair and grief in the hearts of the oppressed. Yet, the spark of hope has not entirely been extinguished. Zélie finds herself presented with a rare, perilous opportunity to challenge the oppressive status quo and bring magic back to Orïsha, restoring what was wrongfully stolen from her ancestors. This mission is far from simple, demanding an arduous journey that leads her and her companions across treacherous terrain. Along the way, they must navigate dark, forgotten paths where vengeful spirits lie in wait, and traverse blistering, glowing deserts that test the absolute limits of their endurance and resolve. To succeed, Zélie must remain constantly vigilant, staying ever one step ahead of her pursuers and enemies. Among her most dangerous adversaries is the crown prince of Orïsha, a powerful figure dedicated to hunting her down and using every available means to thwart her quest. The narrative weaves themes of resilience, trauma, rebellion, and identity into a grand adventure, exploring the heavy toll of tyranny and the fierce determination required to rise up against it. As Zélie fights for her future, the book examines what it means to reclaim one's power and heritage in a world determined to erase them, creating an epic tapestry of survival, conflict, and transformation.

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