With the initial release of Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi in 2018, this story has soared to incredible heights, from the New York Times Best Seller list to numerous awards such as the Hugo Lodestar Award for Best Young Adult Book. As the Legacy of Orisha series comes to a close, Cynthia Erivo will be coming aboard the story, as she narrates the audiobook for Children of Anguish and Anarchy.
The Success of Tomi Adeyemi
With six years of Children of Blood and Bone in readers’ hands, its success continues to grow. It has also been an amazing journey for author Tomi Adeyemi, as this was her debut novel. Her success continued with the release of the second book in the series, Children of Virtue and Vengeance, which also became a #1 New York Times Best Seller and even a Good Morning America Book Club pick!
Following the character of Zélie Adebola, this story will soon unfold for audiences everywhere, as Paramount Pictures has an adaptation in the works for Children of Blood and Bone.
Cynthia Erivo as the Finale’s Voice
The final book, Children of Anguish and Anarchy, is set to come out on June 25, 2024. As the story comes to a close, the powerhouse actress and singer, Cynthia Erivo, was just announced to be the audiobook version’s narrator. From incredible vocals to acting chops, Cynthia Erivo is sure to bring the energy and action to life as Zélie Adebola faces her final enemy.
With fans eager to know the ending, the novel and audiobook will make a splash as it has its summer release.
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