Overview

A Kingdom Parched by a Stolen Secret. A Rain That Refused to Fall. One Young Man's Journey to Mend the Broken Covenant Between Heaven and Earth. In the once-prosperous Yoruba kingdom of Aiyero, harmony was a sacred melody woven from the rhythms of daily life and the gentle, blessing-filled rains. But the rhythms have faltered. The rains have ceased. The earth cracks, the rivers recede, and a silent despair grips the people. The elders whisper a terrifying truth: Ọrun gbàgbé láti rọ-the Sky Has Forgotten How to Rain. As hunger curdles into fear, the soul of the kingdom fractures. The desperate king embraces a mysterious stranger, Ọlọ́jà, who offers foreign grain and false promises in exchange for Aiyero's soul. The ancient Babaláwo, Ifáyẹmí, knows the drought is not a natural disaster but a spiritual sickness, a consequence of a hidden sin that has severed the kingdom from the gods themselves. Now, his young apprentice, Ọmọlúàbí, must embark on a perilous quest into the heart of a forbidden, spirit-haunted forest. Guided by cryptic divinations and the wisdom of ancient proverbs, he will confront treacherous political intrigues, encounter malevolent forces practicing dark magic, and unravel a secret that strikes at the very foundation of the throne. Can he uncover the stolen heart of the land before the kingdom consumes itself in a storm of fear and rebellion? Can he remind the heavens of their sacred duty before the world turns to dust? Immerse yourself in a breathtaking epic fantasy rich with the depth and texture of pre-colonial Yoruba culture. Discover a world where: - The wisdom of the elders is a powerful magic, spoken through profound proverbs. - Divination is a science, and the gods walk alongside men. - Dark mysteries lurk in the sacred groves, and every choice has a cosmic consequence. Fans of N.K. Jemisin's The Broken Earth Trilogy, Marlon James's Black Leopard, Red Wolf, and Sue Lynn Tan's Daughter of the Moon Goddess will be captivated by this unforgettable tale of a forgotten covenant, the arrogance of power, and the enduring strength of tradition. Step into a world of awe-inspiring magic, heart-wrenching choices, and ultimate redemption. Buy your copy of The Sky That Forgot to Rain today and discover the epic fantasy everyone is talking about.

Full Product Details

9798263947538

Table of Contents

Reviews

Author Information

Tab Content 6

Countries Available