Like Thunder

The Desert Magician's Duology, Book 2

By: Nnedi Okorafor

Narrated by: Délé Ogundiran

Niger, West Africa, 2077

I am the Desert Magician; I bring water where there is none.

This book begins with Dikeogu Obidimkpa slowly losing his mind. Yes, that boy who can bring rain just by thinking about it is having some . . . issues. Years ago, Dikeogu went on an epic journey to save Earth with the shadow speaker girl, Ejii Ubaid, who became his best friend. When it was all over, they went their separate ways, but now he's learned their quest never really ended at all.

So Dikeogu, more powerful than ever, reunites with Ejii. He records this story as an audiofile, hoping it will help him keep his sanity or at least give him something to leave behind. Smart kid, but it won't work—or will it?

I can tell you this: it won't be like before. Our rainmaker and shadow speaker have changed. And after this, nothing will ever be the same again.

As they say, "Onye amaro ebe nmili si bido mabaya ama ama onye nyelu ya akwa oji welu ficha aru."

Or, "If you do not remember where the rain started to beat you, you will not remember who gave you the towel with which to dry your body."

©2023 Nnedi Okorafor (P)2023 Tantor

Critic reviews

"An emotional near-future novel that will keep readers turning pages even as their mountain of questions grows larger."—Kirkus Reviews

parallels to present timr

I will admit, I wanted to pummel the characters when they seemed to miss the obvious. The story and eorld are excellent. The story, relatable. will definitely purchase the hard copy, fir my collection.

Fantastic in every way!

Diversity in religion, culture, language, and Spirit… the reader will be transported into a world of wonder and awe!

Part II, just as awesome as the first book!

The overall story of love, life and survival is awe inspiring. This is a must read to complete your journey of Edgie, Arif, and Digie Ogu! It will not disappoint.

Lightning love

This was a really good story and a really great ending to the beginning part

Exciting Great Read

This book was very good and a great story! Love the ups and downs of the characters. Sad parts but very good