Nerdy Romantics Podcast

Children of Blood and Bone is a great fantasy for YA and adults

Y. M. Nelson Season 5

Y. M. Nelson and guest Staci discuss the folklore, the appeal, and the plot of the best selling fantasy Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi.

Topics we discuss:

  • First impressions of the book
  • The lack of African folklore in American culture
  • Zelie and the heroine's journey
  • Racism and Colorism in Children of Blood and Bone
  • Growing into a leader - The reluctant hero trope
  • Coming of Age for other main characters and their arcs
  • How the premise-getting magic back-fits in with the story



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