Sister Spirit kept me turning the pages. A story about identity, culture and African myth. Set against the backdrop of a Nigerian boarding school Sister Spirit is creepy, haunting yet filled with history, loss, hope and love. Tara is brave and passionate as she searches for her identity and I adored Bisi and Lanre. Efua has once again written a brilliant book with the best Nigerian representation. -- Abiola Bello, author of The Very Merry Murder Club
Sister Spirit is an intense and addictive supernatural thriller, blending a powerful mystery with a gripping emotional journey of self-discovery and identity. Efuas writing is an immersive and captivating experience, drawing the reader into this unique and powerful world. -- J.P. Rose, author of The Haunting of Tyrese Walker
You are in for an absolute treat! A Nigerian boarding school adventure featuring myth, magic, friendship, romance plus Yoruba magic and history. Truly original and mesmerising YA. -- Lindsay Galvin, author of Call of the Titanic
Efua Traores gripping and atmospheric YA debut, Sister Spirit, hits so many sweet spots: convincing historical fiction blended with a gothic mystery, boarding school drama, and a budding romance. -- Ayesha Harruna Attah, author of The Deep Blue Between and Zainab Takes New York
A poignant story of family and identity told in Efua Traores incredibly unique voice. Efua manages to somehow write in a way that is both lyrical but also grounded and I was deftly transported into Tara's story, and hooked as she explored the complexities of her past and her identity. A stunning book! -- Alwyn Hamilton, author of Rebel of the Sands
'Sister Spirit is a thrilling tale of identity, friendship and belonging. Efua merges rich Nigerian mythology with a boarding school setting filled with mystery and magic as Tara learns more about her past, finding friendship and romance along the way. Efua has a special way with words and I was immersed in the novel from the very first page.' * Rachel Faturoti, author of Finding Folkshore *
