  | Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun (Onyeka) Author: Okogwu, Tola | |
| Price: $23.08 | ||
Summary:
When twelve-year-old Onyeka discovers that she has psychokinetic powers, her mother reveals that she is Solari, part of a secret group of Nigerian mutants that trains at the Academy of the Sun.
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| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 4.90 Points: 10.0 Quiz: 517498 |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (04/01/22)
Booklist (05/15/22)
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Booklist - 05/15/2022 Onyeka is a British Nigerian girl who’s always been self-conscious about her hair and the attention that it draws. A day at the pool changes Onyeka’s life as she discovers that her hair can move on its own when she tries saving her best friend, Cheyenne, from drowning. She is further stunned when her mother reveals that she is one of many Solari: people with superpowers found only in Nigeria. Onyeka can control her hair with her kinetic powers, but her emotions cause her hair to get out of control, and using her powers can make her feel sick. Her missing father and the Academy of the Sun, located in Nigeria, may hold the answers to controlling her powers. Okogwu has created an exciting fantasy with Nigerian culture and customs woven into the plot to create excellent world building with interesting characters. A story of a young girl’s journey to self-acceptance, this title will leave readers on the edge of their seats in anticipation for the next part in this new series. - Copyright 2022 Booklist.
