Black Sun

Author: Rebecca Roanhorse
Length: 454 pages
Publication Date: First published October 13, 2020

Book Summary: Black Sun

The inaugural installment of the Between Earth and Sky trilogy draws inspiration from the rich tapestry of Pre-Columbian civilizations, artfully intertwining themes of celestial omens, political machinations, and the allure of forbidden magic.

A deity shall reemerge
When the realms of earth and sky unite
Beneath the shadow of the black sun

In the revered city of Tova, the winter solstice traditionally heralds a season of joy and rejuvenation. However, this year’s festivities are overshadowed by a rare solar eclipse, an event declared by the Sun Priest to be an ominous disruption of cosmic balance.

Simultaneously, a vessel departs from a far-off city, its destination set for Tova, coinciding with the solstice. At the helm is Captain Xiala, a once-respected Teek now grappling with disgrace. Her unique ability to soothe the tumultuous waters with her voice is matched only by her capacity to manipulate the minds of men. Aboard her ship, she carries a singular passenger: Serapio. Though described as innocuous, this young man is blind, marked by scars, and cloaked in a destiny that suggests otherwise. Xiala is acutely aware that those labeled as harmless often harbor the darkest intentions.

As the solar eclipse approaches, the convergence of these characters and events will test the very fabric of Tova’s society. In a world where prophecies loom large, the line between savior and villain becomes perilously thin, setting the stage for an epic tale of intrigue and fate.

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