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joelreads's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
bountifulbrittany's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
booking_along's review
adventurous
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
this was entertaining and fun and a interesting introduction to a believe system i never heard of before but i looked up to get more information about after finishing this.
well written and a quick read!
well written and a quick read!
psydneigh's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Prequel to Book 1. Tells the story of Eshu getting a human form.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcohol
brittanyb_reads's review against another edition
5.0
This is truly a gem. I loved this short and can’t wait to start the novel.
booksonstereo_o's review against another edition
3.0
A unique tale that setups an intriguing narrative to come.
sophiasunlitreads's review against another edition
4.0
I was given this book in exchange for an honest review
"What happens when a deity needs a human body? They go to the source of course."
Eshu, the deity of mischief and trickery journeys in this short prequel story, to find his old friend Obatala, the deity that once moulded and breathed life into humans from his clay and hands
After his failure in creation that caused the birth of sickness, deformities and disabilities in humans, Obatala locks himself away in his domain hoping to persuade his remaining followers to become more sensitive to his will he presents to them through dreams.
He doesn't expect what happens when Eshu persuades him into a game of ayoayo with the wager of him creating a new human vessel body for him.
Will Obatala realize he is greater than his previous failure and will he see the trick Eshu is willing to play to get his way?
Well you just have to read to find out.
I absolutely love this short prequel. The amazing fact was getting to see the myth you read through history books and classes becoming real through well written characters and relatable words.
As a Nigerian and Yoruba I'm super excited to enjoy more of my culture and heritage coming to life through Antoine Bandele's words.
"What happens when a deity needs a human body? They go to the source of course."
Eshu, the deity of mischief and trickery journeys in this short prequel story, to find his old friend Obatala, the deity that once moulded and breathed life into humans from his clay and hands
After his failure in creation that caused the birth of sickness, deformities and disabilities in humans, Obatala locks himself away in his domain hoping to persuade his remaining followers to become more sensitive to his will he presents to them through dreams.
He doesn't expect what happens when Eshu persuades him into a game of ayoayo with the wager of him creating a new human vessel body for him.
Will Obatala realize he is greater than his previous failure and will he see the trick Eshu is willing to play to get his way?
Well you just have to read to find out.
I absolutely love this short prequel. The amazing fact was getting to see the myth you read through history books and classes becoming real through well written characters and relatable words.
As a Nigerian and Yoruba I'm super excited to enjoy more of my culture and heritage coming to life through Antoine Bandele's words.
laileanah's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.5
This was adorable
shadowhuntedwizards's review
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
tbirckhead's review
5.0
Very enjoyable. I love myths and and this was perfect. I love hearing about the gods in contrast to what they do as a result. If you are interested in tales and legends with Oriesha magic, look no further. When a trickster God manages to get another to create a human body for him to inhibit there is no telling what hijinks will insu. I can not wait to find out what happens next.