The Ballad of Perilous Graves

Name: The Ballad of Perilous Graves
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780356519241
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By Alex Jennings

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The Ballad of Perilous Graves by Alex Jennings blends Sci-Fi and Fantasy, following the journey of a young boy named Perry in a fantastical New Orleans where music and magic intertwine. As chaos threatens to unravel this enchanted version of the city, Perry must join forces with allies to restore harmony. The narrative explores themes of friendship, resilience, and the power of imagination against the backdrop of a vibrant, musical world.
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This book may appeal to you if you're captivated by imaginative worlds where magic pulses through the streets and music is a powerful force. Set in a vibrant, alternate New Orleans, it's perfect for readers who love stories brimming with creativity, rich cultural elements, and a touch of the surreal blended with fantasy. If you enjoy tales that explore themes of community and resilience while offering a unique spin on urban fantasy, this book might just strike the perfect chord.

The Ballad of Perilous Graves

A vibrant and imaginative debut contemporary fantasy set in a fantastical version of New Orleans where music is magic; perfect for readers of N. K. Jemisin and P. Djèlí Clark

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WINNER OF THE 2023 COMPTON CROOK AWARD
SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2023 WORLD FANTASY AWARD FOR BEST NOVEL
SHORTLISTED FOR THE LOCUS AWARD FOR BEST FIRST NOVEL

'Wild, witty, and profound... a cosmic storm of talent' Victor LaValle

Put on your dancing shoes and step into New Orleans as you've never seen it before in this vibrant and imaginative debut.

Nola is a city of wonders. An alternate New Orleans made of music and magic, where spirits dance the night away and Wise Women help keep the order. To those from Away, Nola might seem strange. To failed magician Perilous Graves, it's simply home.

Then the rhythm of the city stutters.

Nine songs of power have escaped from the magical piano that maintains the city's beat, and without them, Nola will fail. Unwilling to watch his home be destroyed, Perry will sacrifice everything to save it. But a storm is brewing and even if they capture the songs, Nola's time might be coming to an end.

Praise for The Ballad of Perilous Graves:

'A hallucinatory wonder of a debut' Walter Mosley

'Gripping and inventive fantasy' Guardian

'An enchanting, energetic, wild ride of a story set to a staccato melody. The electric prose leaps off the page in a riot of colours and sounds' Leslye Penelope

'A wild, dark and joyful love song to New Orleans, the power of stories, and hope in the face of destruction' H. G. Parry

'I ached to live in their world. A stunning debut that is sure to become a classic' Elizabeth Hand

'Alex Jennings writes with an energy and a profusion of imagination and vividness that carries you off. Brilliant!' Katherine Addison

'A beautiful song full of magic and rhythm, darkness and delight. A profoundly gorgeous debut' Christina Henry

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?

Reviews praise The Ballad of Perilous Graves for its vibrant and imaginative storytelling, often highlighted as a stunning and enchanting debut. Critics commend its rhythmic and lyrical prose that captures the magic and energy of New Orleans. Described as both dark and joyful, this fantasy adventure is seen as a love song to the city, blending magic with profound themes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356519241

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 340g

Pages: 480

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Alex Jennings Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy

About the Author

Alex Jennings was born in Wiesbaden (Germany) and raised in Gaborone (Botswana), Paramaribo (Surinam), and Tunis (Tunisia) as well as the United States. He is a graduate of Clarion West and the University of New Orleans. He is now a teacher, author, and performer living in New Orleans. His writing has appeared in strangehorizons.com, podcastle, The Peauxdunque Review, Obsidian Lit, the Locus- Award-winning Luminescent. He is an afternoon person.