'Rich and immersive. . . full of mesmerizing magic!' P. Djeli Clark, author of A Master of Djinn
'This gorgeous historical fantasy combines a folkloric bent with a truly excellent heist' Holly Black, author of The Cruel Prince
A dazzling historical fantasy that weaves together African American folk magic, history and romance.
Clara Johnson can talk to spirits - a gift that saved her during her darkest moments, now a curse that's left her indebted to the cunning spirit world. So when a powerful spirit offers her an opportunity to gain her freedom, Clara seizes the chance. The task: steal a magical ring from the wealthiest woman in the District.
Clara can't pull off this daring heist alone. She'll need the help of an unlikely team: from a handsome jazz musician able to hypnotize with a melody, to an aging actor who can change his face.
But as conflict in the spirit world begins to leak into the human one - an insidious mystery is unfolding, one that could cost Clara her life.
Praise for The Monsters We Defy:
'Penelope's blend of fantasy and history is pitch perfect. . . Readers will be wowed' Publishers Weekly
'A high-stakes, delightful read' Buzzfeed
'An enchanting adventure that weaves a spell' Justina Ireland
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