Children of Anguish and Anarchy is a 2024 young adult fantasy romance novel by Nigerian-American novelist Tomi Adeyemi.[1][2] It is the sequel to Children of Virtue and Vengeance and the last book in the Legacy of the Orisha series.[3] The novel follow Zélie as she faces King Baldyr leader of the Skulls, who seeks to harvest her power and use it to conquer Orisha.[4] The book topped the New York Times Bestsellers list.[5][6]
Adeyemi began writing the novel in 2020.[7] The novel introduces new worlds outside of Orïsha; the flora based civilization of New Gaīa and a vast country occupied by the tribes of Baldeírik.[8] Adeyemi stated that the novel's depiction of slavery closely mirrors the Atlantic slave trade.[4]
The book received positive receptions from book reviewers and readers alike and was among the most anticipated book of 2024.[9][10] The book was an instant number one New York Times bestseller.[6] Adeyemi appeared as a guest on ABC News to speak on the book.[11] A review from Locus praised the novel stating "Children of Anguish and Anarchy is fast-paced, relentless in its action scenes and offers a compelling and decisive conclusion to a series that has made its author renowned and multi-award winning."[8] A mixed review from Kirkus Reviews called the book "a thrilling, climactic storm with an abrupt conclusion."[12]
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