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Black Sands, the Seven Kingdoms, volume 2 Spiral-Bound | 2020-03-01

Manuel P Godoy David Lenormand (Illustrated by)

★★★★☆+ from Up to 30 ratings

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Black Sands is the most popular independent book series in the black community and it is clear why.

Ausar leads his kin on an expedition to Minoa to find out the true threat of the ancients in the region.

Unbeknownst to them, their transport has alternative motives for bringing them, leading them to a deadly battle on a remote uncharted island in the Mediterranean. Ausar uses all of his skills to protect his family as they are forced to fight terrifying ancients and during the battle, he is gravely wounded.

When they finally reach Minoa, Ausar needs time to recover before they set out to explore the coast of Cypress. While he is away, Seth, Auset, and Nehbet meet the Queen. It is at this time that they realize there is a god-touched within the city. A young boy named Menes, who wields the power of Magma. This complication leaves many questions to be answered but before they can figure out the details, an invasion begins. The Spartans are here and they want Minoan blood.

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Publisher: Ingram Publisher Services
Original Binding: Hardcover Paper over boards
Pages: 108 pages
ISBN-10: 1733960953
Item Weight: 1.2 lbs
Dimensions: 7.3 x 0.7 x 10.7 inches
Customer Reviews: 4 out of 5 stars Up to 30 ratings

SLJ Review

"This installment of the long-running "Black Sands" series, is best enjoyed after reading the previous issues for full context. The plot moves quickly, delivering constant thrills at every turn. Lenormand's illustrations enhance the story's energy, and and characters exhibit realistically varying skin tones. A fast paced, engaging continuation of a successful mythological-historical comic series, sure to captivate young readers who have an interest in ancient history."

Kirkus Reviews

"A sure bet for young readers who may be cultivating interest in ancient history."

Kirkus Review Magazine

"The plot moves quickly and never fails to deliver thrills."

"A successful mythological-historical comic series"

Educator Victoria G.
"As a NYC public school teacher, Black Sands books are essential to the classroom because it finally gives us minorities a chance to be POWERFULLY represented in literature."

Dr. Kevin M. Washburn, Directory of Library Programs for DC Public Schools
"Students will connect with the Black Sands graphic novels which are uplifting and a culturally relevant historical adventure series."

Kadiatou A. Tubman, Manager of Education Programs Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, The New York Public Library
"Black Sands offers readers of all ages stunning imagery and epic storytelling."

Sugar Hill Children's Museum NYC
"Black Sands is the best sellers at our shop."

Customer Ashley Holmes
"The graphics and storyline are amazing.."

Customer Charles Cutler
"Absolutely awesome highly recommend getting this."

Customer L.B.
"Worth Adding to Your Library. My son enjoyed it. The first thing he said was, "they look like me." The illustrations are equally as amazing and captivating as the storyline."

Customer Shun
"My boys absolutely loved it!!! They're binge readers. Please make more!!!!"

Manuel Godoy is the CEO of Black Sands Entertainment and author of Black Sands, The Seven Kingdoms, Cosmic Girls, and many more. He is an army veteran, husband, and father of two. His expertise in black culture has captivated the minds of youth across the nation.