Ikenga

$18.99

Author: Nnedi Okorafor

Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers (2021)

For ages 10-12

Nnamdi's father was a good chief of police, perhaps the best Kalaria had ever had. He was determined to root out the criminals that had invaded the town. But then he was murdered, and most people believed the Chief of Chiefs, most powerful of the criminals, was responsible. Nnamdi has vowed to avenge his father, but he wonders what a twelve-year-old boy can do. Until a mysterious nighttime meeting, the gift of a magical object that enables super powers, and a charge to use those powers for good changes his life forever. How can he fulfill his mission? How will he learn to control his newfound powers?

"Fans of classic superheroes—including Nnamdi’s favorite, the Incredible Hulk—and readers looking for a young superhero will find a champion in Nnamdi."

–Publishers Weekly

"A memorable middle-grade murder mystery that’s darkly humorous in some places and delightfully creepy in others."

–Kirkus Reviews

"A tightly paced action-adventure."

–Booklist