Beasts of Prey

By: Ayana Gray

Narrated by: Keylor Leigh, Tovah Ott, Ronald Peet

In this blockbuster fantasy series, perfect for fans of Firekeeper’s Daughter and Iron Widow, fate binds two Black teenagers together as they journey into a magical jungle to hunt down a vicious monster.

“Rich in magic and mythos, Beasts of Prey is a feast for all the senses.” —Renée Ahdieh, New York Times bestselling author of The Beautiful

An Instant New York Times and Indie Bestseller

There’s no such thing as magic in the broken city of Lkossa, especially for sixteen-year-old Koffi, who indentured to the notorious Night Zoo, knows the fearsome creatures in her care and paying off her family's debts to secure their eventual freedom can be her only focus. But the night those she loves are gravely threatened by the Zoo’s cruel master, Koffi unleashes a power she doesn’t fully understand, upending her life completely.

As the second son of a decorated hero, Ekon is all but destined to become a Son of the Six—an elite warrior—and uphold a family legacy. But on the night of his final rite of passage, Ekon encounters not only the Shetani—a vicious monster that has plagued the city for nearly a century and stalks his nightmares—but Koffi who seems to have the power to ward off the beast. Koffi’s power ultimately saves Ekon, but his choice to let her flee dooms his hopes of becoming a warrior.

Desperate to redeem himself, Ekon vows to hunt the Shetani and end its reign of terror, but he can’t do it alone. Koffi and Ekon form a tentative alliance and together enter the Greater Jungle, a world steeped in wild, frightening magic and untold dangers. The hunt begins. But it quickly becomes unclear whether they are the hunters or the hunted.

“The hunt for your next YA fantasy book trilogy obsession has ended.” —Entertainment Weekly

Great story

The story was great. But I was not happy with some of the the narration.

My Kind of (Sci-Fi) Story

Even with multiple readers, the story flows nicely. I enjoyed three readers for the story. Stayed so enticed by the details that I jumped in every moment I had time to listen. Bought the sequel, and I can't wait to see what the authors wrote next.

Best read I've had in a long time

Fresh and exciting story. Good characters intelligently imagined, great story pace. Fantastic story line.

I can't wait to read the next book

This story is so unique and fun. African folklore is woven into the story at various points which is very cool. I also enjoyed the characters and the Hugh suspense throughout the story. I cannot wait to read the next book to see what happens!

great

this was a great book. I wish I had read it instead of listening to it because I felt like I was part of the story. I love this. can't wait to get to the next one