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Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun

Name: Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun
Price: 8.99 USD
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Rating: 4.7 (190 reviews)

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Book Synopsis: Black Panther meets X-Men in this “fast-paced, action-packed, and empowering” (A. F. Steadman, New York Times bestselling author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief) middle grade adventure about a British Nigerian girl who learns that her Afro hair has psychokinetic powers—perfect for fans of Amari and the Night Brothers, The Marvellers, and Rick Riordan! Onyeka has a lot of hair—the kind that makes strangers stop in the street and her peers whisper behind her back. At least she has Cheyenne, her best friend, who couldn’t care less what other people think. Still, Onyeka has always felt insecure about her vibrant curls…until the day Cheyenne almost drowns and Onyeka’s hair takes on a life of its own, inexplicably pulling Cheyenne from the water. At home, Onyeka’s mother tells her the shocking truth: Onyeka’s psychokinetic powers make her a Solari, one of a secret group of people with superpowers unique to Nigeria. Her mother quickly whisks her off to the Academy of the Sun, a school in Nigeria where Solari are trained. But Onyeka and her new friends at the academy soon have to put their powers to the test as they find themselves embroiled in a momentous battle between truth and lies…

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Are you ready for a thrilling and empowering adventure? Introducing "Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun" - a middle-grade book that combines the epicness of Black Panther and X-Men! Step into the world of Onyeka, a British Nigerian girl with a secret: her Afro hair possesses incredible psychokinetic powers! Join her on a fast-paced, action-packed journey that will leave you breathless and begging for more.

Onyeka's story resonates with anyone who has ever felt insecure about their uniqueness. Her vibrant curls have always caught attention, both positive and negative. But when her best friend Cheyenne is in danger, Onyeka discovers the true potential of her hair. It defies the laws of nature and saves Cheyenne's life! This mind-blowing realization propels her into a world full of secrets and extraordinary abilities.

Get ready for a rollercoaster ride as Onyeka's mother unveils the shocking truth: her daughter is a Solari, a member of an exclusive group with incredible superpowers exclusive to Nigeria. To nurture her newfound abilities, Onyeka is whisked away to the prestigious Academy of the Sun, a school where Solari are trained to become heroes. Brace yourself as Onyeka and her friends prepare for a battle that will determine the future of truth and lies!

If you're a fan of Amari and the Night Brothers, The Marvellers, or Rick Riordan's captivating stories, then "Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun" is a must-read for you! Packed with diversity, action, and empowerment, this middle-grade adventure will keep you hooked from beginning to end. Don't miss out on this incredible journey!

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