The Dark Lady

Name: The Dark Lady
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781444942972
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By Akala

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The Dark Lady by Akala takes readers on a journey through Elizabethan London, following a teenage orphan with a gift for language and magic. As he navigates the gritty streets, he grapples with the mysteries surrounding his identity and the enigmatic figure of the Dark Lady. Set against a backdrop of historical intrigue and cultural exploration, the book seamlessly weaves magic and reality.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to vivid tales set in Elizabethan London, combined with a blend of magic and historical intrigue. The story offers an adventure for young adults who appreciate themes of poetic genius and the struggles of self-discovery. Ideal for readers captivated by rich characters navigating a world filled with secrets and unexpected twists.

The Dark Lady

A natural storyteller with a vision of his own. THE DARK LADY, Akala's debut novel for teens, will enthuse and entertain teenagers and young adults, showing that reading is a true super-power.

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A natural storyteller with a vision of his own. The Dark Lady, Akala's debut novel for teens, will enthuse and entertain teenagers and young adults, showing that reading is a true super-power.

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...

This brilliant, at times brutal, first novel from the amazing imagination that is Akala, will glue you to your seat as you are hurled into a time when London stank and boys like Henry were forced to find their own route through the tangled streets and out the other side.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Dark Lady by Akala has received widespread acclaim for its vivid portrayal of Elizabethan London, blending historical detail with an exciting magic-infused narrative. Critics have praised its engaging storytelling and atmospheric setting, noting the lyrical and poetic style characteristic of Akala. The novel is anticipated to captivate young adult readers with its compelling plot, rich language, and a deep exploration of themes through a supernatural adventure.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444942972

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 224g

Pages: 320

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Akala Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Young Adult

About the Author

Raised in London, Akala is a BAFTA / MOBO award-winning hip hop artist, writer and social entrepreneur. In 2009, he co-founded The Hip-Hop Shakespeare Company, a music theatre production company that explores the social, cultural and linguistic parallels between William Shakespeare's works and that of modern day rappers.

He has led many hip-hop Shakespeare youth arts, education and music projects across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and New Zealand.

Appearing on TV networks globally, he has gained a reputation as one of the most dynamic and articulate talents in the UK, notably with his bestselling memoir Natives, released in 2019.

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