At the Fount of Creation
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Publisher Description
"The novella of the year has arrived!"—Mark Oshiro, #1 New York Times bestselling author, on In the Shadow of the Fall
The fate of the Orisha will be decided in the concluding volume of the Guardians of the Gods duology by award-winning author Tobi Ogundiran.
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.
Ashâke carries within herself the spirits of the surviving Orisha, and 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 Ashâke. If she is to succeed, Ashâke will need to answer the question the Godkillers pose—are the Orisha even worth saving?
Guardian of the Gods
In the Shadow of the Fall
At the Fount of Creation
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PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Ogundiran brings the Yoruba mythology–inspired Guardian of the Gods duology to a satisfying close (after In the Shadow of the Fall) with this taut story of outnumbered heroes. In the first book, Ashâke learned that she is the living vessel of the few remaining orisha spirits, who were largely wiped out 400 years prior. Six months later, she seeks a way to defeat the resurfaced godkillers, creatures capable of possessing human bodies. Despite warnings from the orisha, she sneaks into the city of Inysha, only to find the godkillers have multiplied supporters and are brutally executing any who still worship the gods. After being tricked by her old friend, Simbi, who hopes turning in Ashâke will earn the release of her family, Ashâke narrowly escapes death with the help of double agent Djábri. As Ashâke goes on the run, Djábri discovers that a strange blue stone he pocketed from Ashâke protects against possession. Both Ashâke and Djábri independently seek answers. Meanwhile, a troublesome orisha's machinations appear clearer and flashbacks explain the origins of the godkillers. Ogundiran packs a lot into the limited page count, combining a fast-paced story, solid worldbuilding, and complicated ethical dilemmas. It's a thrilling ride.
