At the Fount of Creation
The fate of the Orisha will be decided in the concluding volume of the Guardian of the Gods duology, inspired by Yoruba mythology. Perfect for fans of N. K. Jemisin, Suyi Davies Okungbowa, Daughters of Nri, and Godkiller.
For four hundred years, the world's remaining Orisha have fought to survive the rapaciousness of the soul-stealing Godkillers and the charismatic words of the singular, mysterious figure who leads them, known as the Teacher. Now they seek to kill the one person whose existence defies their very mandate.
Now that Ashake carries within herself the spirits of the surviving Orisha, she is on the hunt for allies who can help her defeat the encroaching army of Godkillers. But their influence is everywhere, and no one is immune – not even Ashake. If she is to succeed, Ashake will need to answer the question the Godkillers pose – are the Orisha even worth saving?
Tobi Ogundiran is the Shirley Jackson, British Science Fiction Association, Nommo, and Ignyte award-nominated author of Jackal, Jackal: Tales of the Dark and Fantastic (Undertow Publications 2023). Based in Mississippi.