Dark Lady

In Akala's debut novel for teens, THE DARK LADY, a natural storyteller with a vision of his own, reading is a true superpower. Henry is an orphan, an outsider, a thief, and a fifteen-year-old invested with magical powers. He is thrown into a time when London stank and boys like him were forced to find their own route through the tangled streets.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 22 April 2021
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

A natural storyteller with a vision of his own,Akala's debut novel for teens,The Dark Lady,will enthrall and entertain teenagers and young adults,demonstrating that reading is a genuine superpower.

A PICKPOCKET WITH AN EXCEPTIONAL GIFT
A PRISONER OF EXTRAORDINARY VALUE

AN ORPHAN HAUNTED BY DREAMS OF THE MYSTERIOUS DARK LADY

Henry is an orphan, an outsider, a thief. He is also a fifteen-year-old invested with magical powers. He can see the future, control the elements, and heal the sick. But Henry is not content with his life of crime. He wants to be something more.

When Henry meets the mysterious Dark Lady, he is drawn into her world of magic and mystery. She is a powerful sorceress who has been trapped in the past for centuries. She needs Henry's help to break free and return to her rightful place in the world.

Henry is hesitant at first, but he cannot resist the allure of the Dark Lady. He agrees to help her and is soon plunged into a world of danger and adventure. He travels through time, meets strange creatures, and faces impossible challenges.

As Henry gets closer to breaking the Dark Lady's curse, he discovers that he has feelings for her. He knows that she is not just a powerful sorceress, but also a kind and compassionate woman. But he also knows that their relationship is dangerous.

The Dark Lady is not just after Henry's magical powers. She is also after a powerful artifact that can give her the ultimate power over the world. Henry must race against time to stop her from obtaining the artifact and save the world from her evil plans.

The Dark Lady is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. It is a story of love, magic, and adventure that will inspire and entertain teenagers and young adults alike.

In conclusion, The Dark Lady is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure, magic, and romance. Akala's debut novel is a brilliant and exciting addition to the world of young adult literature, and I cannot wait to see what he has in store for us next.

Weight: 442g
Dimension: 147 x 222 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781444943696