A review by bbridges1993
Kingdom of Souls by Rena Barron

5.0

This book hands down was breathtaking, soul capturing, inspiring, and filled with wonder. I really loved this book. This book literally made me cry. There was some happy tears and sad tears, but every single tear was worth. The book is an absolute page turner. I always wanted to know what happened next. But each character had nothing but surprises that I did not see coming especially Tam, Rudjek, Arrah/Dimma. After reading this book I know for a fact that there will be a continuation which I am so excited for. This book brought about culture, but not just any culture but African culture. Having a book consumed with African Culture is a breath of fresh air. There are not many books like this one where I feel so connected to the book where I am inspired to know more about my African heritage and my ancestors. When I was reading this book I felt like I knew Arrah. I knew what she was going through as far as her mom always disappointed in her, feeling like she is out of place because she had no magic. So I know that I don't have magic but I know what it feels like to be looked down upon because I am different. When I was in college I was the only black girl in my classes and there were many times where the others students stated that I did not belong there. when I read this book it brought bad memories but there was good memories as well where I proved everyone wrong and feel like in the book Arrah proves everyone wrong herself including her mother. Once again this book is inspiring and makes you want to learn and know more about this world that was created in the pages of this book. Hands down I recommend this book to everyone who is willing to experience an adventure that will always keep you on your toes.