Akata Witch

by Nnedi Okorafor

Book Overview

Affectionately dubbed "the Nigerian Harry Potter," Akata Witch weaves together a heart-pounding tale of magic, mystery, and finding one's place in the world.

Twelve-year-old Sunny lives in Nigeria, but she was born American. Her features are African, but she's albino. She's a terrific athlete, but can't go out into the sun to play soccer. There seems to be no place where she fits in. And then she discovers something amazing--she is...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0670011967
• ISBN13: 9780670011964
• Release Date: April 2011
• Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 5.8" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12

Customer Reviews

Who Better to Send after a Serial Killer than a Bunch of Preteen Witches?

This was very likeable. Likeable cast. Likeable world. Likeable plot. I am hopeful that the next two books in the series will deepen the plot whilst still building upon this fascinating world.

A Unique Story

This book is an absolute must read for anyone that enjoys fantasy, magic or mythology. It was captivating and very well written. Can't wait to read the next book!

A pleasant surprise!!!

Absolutely loved it and I can’t wait to get into the second book. It is it's own book with it's own identity and gives it no justice to compare it to other books. I initially did not know what to expect with this book, but once I completed it I was pleasantly surprised and I would definitely recommend it to anyone else.