Vicki runs a weekly book prompt where we share the first chapter or paragraph of our current/about-to read. Today I’m going to give you a sneak peek to the wildly successful debut, Children of Blood and Bone (Legacy of Orïsha #1) by Tomi Adeyemi.
First paragraph:
“Chapter One: Zelie
Pick me.
It’s all I can do not to scream. I dig my nails into the marula oak of my staff and squeeze to keep from fidgeting. Beads of sweat drip down my back, but I can’t tell if it’s from dawn’s early heat or from my heart slamming against my chest. Moon after moon I’ve been passed over.”
Check out the first 6 chapters from Fierce Reads here: Children of Blood and Bone Chapter Sampler.pdf
Wow this first insight into the book makes me realise what all the hype is about! The writing is so beautiful.
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11 responses to “First Chapter First Paragraph Tuesday Intros: Children of Blood and Bone”
Well that got my heart racing on a Tuesday morning!
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Lol– yes! It’s intense!
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Sounds intense! Thanks for sharing, and here’s mine: “I’VE GOT MY EYES ON YOU”
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This has gotten so much buzz — I’ve added it to my list.
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I’m not a huge fan of the author, but I do want to see what the hype is about!
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I’ve heard so much about this book. I hope you enjoy it. This week I am featuring The Fated Sky by Mary Robinette Kowal. Happy reading!
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I hope you enjoy it!
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Thanks, Vicki!
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I’ve read great things on this one but, it just doesn’t seem like a “me” book. Hope you enjoy it.
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Tbh, me neither. I’m just trying to give all popular YA books a go.
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I’m not sure this is my kind of book but I always find the cover very striking. Check out the book Susan is featuring at Girl Who Reads
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