Birth of a Dynasty

Birth of a Dynasty by Chinaza Bado 

A fierce new epic fantasy for fans of She Who Became the Sun and Children of Blood and Bone
Birth of a Dynasty launches a gripping, action-packed trilogy set in the richly imagined world of Ahkebulin—where magic is forbidden, giants roam the wilds, and prophecy rules the throne.

We shall not forgive. We shall not forget. We will have our vengeance.

After the brutal massacre of his noble House, M’Kuru Mukundi is the last surviving heir of Madada—and a boy consumed by revenge. Hiding in plain sight under the name Khalil Rausi, M’Kuru finds himself living with the very man responsible for the destruction of his family: a ruthless general following orders from Prince Effiom, heir to the tyrannical King of Zenzele. When an imposter appears claiming to be M’Kuru, the real one must bide his time, waiting to strike.

Meanwhile, in a land where giants are real and ancient magic stirs, Zikora Nnamani dreams of becoming a warrior—but prophecy has other plans. As the only daughter of Lord Nnamani, she carries a bloodline that threatens the King’s power. When she’s summoned to the palace, she must undergo the Rite of Blessing, unlocking magic that could either save her kingdom—or bring about its downfall.

Caught in a deadly game of court politics, vengeance, and magic-fueled destiny, M’Kuru and Zikora must survive long enough to avenge their families, fulfill a prophecy, and rise against an empire—even if they can’t trust each other to do it.

📖 Perfect for fans of epic fantasy with political intrigue, African-inspired worldbuilding, and propulsive storytelling, Birth of a Dynasty is a searing tale of revenge, resilience, and the fight for power in a land on the brink of revolution.