The Monsters We Defy

Rich and immersive. . . full of mesmerizing magic! – P. Djèlí Clark, author of A MASTER OF DJINNThis gorgeous historical fantasy combines a folkloric bent with a truly excellent heist … This book has one of the cleverest magic systems I’ve come across, plus a delightful array of performers and outcasts – Holly BlackAn enchanting adventure that weaves a spell – Justina IrelandStolen destinies, dubious bargains, and unlikely groups of allies, all in a city whose history deserves more fame; a fresh and engaging take on historical fantasy – Marie BrennanMasterfully crafted. This smart and entertaining magical heist novel hits all the right notes – T. L. HuchuClara is a heroine for the ages, and her 1920s Black Washington society, both the glamour and the grit, is so compellingly evoked it’s as though Penelope has given us a peek behind the veil to hear the tales of our ancestors – Alaya Dawn JohnsonA high-stakes, delightful read – BuzzfeedPenelope’s blend of fantasy and history is pitch perfect… Readers will be wowed – Publishers WeeklyA great blending of realistic characters, spiritualism and magic, fantasy, mystery, a heist story and a strong element of romance. I love it when I encounter a book of a type I don’t often read and get completely carried away with. And The Monsters We Defy is such a book that draws you into a brilliantly recreated historical world – SciFi Mind

Leslye Penelope has been writing since she could hold a pen and loves getting lost in the worlds in her head. She is an award-winning author of fantasy and paranormal romance. Equally left and right-brained, she studied filmmaking and computer science at Howard University and sometimes dreams in HTML. She hosts the My Imaginary Friends podcast and lives in Maryland with her husband and furry dependents.

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